* What it is: A small native tree with a layered branching habit, creamy-white and mildly fragrant umbrella-shaped flower clusters, bluish-black late-summer pea-sized fruits, and reddish-purple fall ...

As you approach spring landscaping chores, you might be considering adding a dogwood tree to your yard. But, when do dogwoods bloom? They typically flower between early spring and early summer, ...

Q: How important do you think it is to consider native/migrating birds when planting a tree? We are seeking a shade tree and feel it would be prudent to offer something beneficial to birds.

I planted a pagoda dogwood three or four years ago, and I just noticed that several small branches appear to be dead, as they are not leafing out. Some of the branches have an odd yellow coloring on ...

I received an email a few years ago asking about how to rejuvenate a dogwood tree. I do believe, if you have a tree in your yard that looks like it might be struggling, in most cases go with what you ...

Q: The leaves of our four-year-old pagoda dogwood tree started curling in July, although it was well-watered during dry periods. The curling started on the south side and now the majority of the ...

Between a garden’s low ground cover and its tall canopy trees is a layer we often forget about. Here are the special, unsung native trees that can fill it. By Margaret Roach When was the last time you ...