There are many factors that affect how well a dogwood tree blooms. Learn seven reasons your dogwood tree might not be ...

As some of my regular readers may know, I live in my childhood home - the place where four children, two parents, and many cats and a dog lived, loved and laughed. Today, it still remains a safe ...

I heard a wake-up call, loud and clear, last summer. I was part of a group touring a garden in Connecticut, and we were gathered round a handsome kousa dogwood (Cornus kousa) in full bloom. Various ...

Dogwood trees are universally popular, and it’s no wonder. At this time of year they put on a spectacular show, their brilliant white blooms lighting up the spring landscape, but they can be a ...

Ornamental trees and shrubs can enliven any yard. As the seasons change, so do they, providing eye-catching displays to complement your landscaping. If you are looking to cultivate a more romantic, ...

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 ...

“May is the month of expectation, the month of wishes, the month of hope.” – Nitya Rao. Growing tips for shrub dogwoods: The straight species are often used for large areas, where they can form dense ...