Tree

Dogwoods are woody, flowering shrubs that belong to the genus Cornus. They are well-loved for their year-round visual display in any landscape. They flower during spring and produce colorful berries during spring. Some hybrid species even have colorful stems that are loved for a winter display.  If you are thinking of using dogwood trees to…

Your first knowledge of the legendary willow tree must be from Pocahontas or the Lord of the Rings. Its drooping branches make it a scenic tree, but did you know that there are 400 species that are related to the willow tree? Aside from that, willow trees are also commendable for landscapes, especially in making…

Walnut trees are more than just their delicious nuts. They also sport an amazing tree profile especially for their shade spread and their ornamental value. It is the cousin of hickory and pecans. It also comes with a lot of cultivars which you would find interesting if you are thinking of planting your own walnut…

We all know the birch tree for its showy, white to gray peeling barks. They are staples in moist woodlands and are most likely found in colder climates. But when they are planted in landscapes, they offer more than just shade because they are true showstoppers. If you are considering having birch trees in your…

Poplars are trees native to America and they belong to the willow family. Because it is cross-pollinating, there are around 35 cultivars of poplar trees and they are valuable as ornamental plants because of their excellent shade coverage. Some lower growing poplars are also attractive privacy hedges or used as natural windbreak canopies.  If you…

Redbud trees are perhaps one of the most whimsical flowering trees for every spring garden. Its flush of pink blooms is always a delight to see during the blooming season. The whole tree does not disappoint actually because aside from its small, pink blooms and sturdy trunks, its heart-shaped leaves of varying colors are also…

Meyer lemon trees are popular with home gardeners, and it’s not hard to see why. These lemon trees can produce fruit within a few years if properly cared for. It can take up to seven years for a seed-grown tree to produce fruit. People also enjoy Meyer lemon trees because they are attractive, evergreen, and…

Hickory trees are large trees sought-after for their dense canopy, shade provision, wood for the timber industry, and for the edible nuts of some hickory tree types. They belong to the walnut family and are native to temperate regions of North America. There are a lot of things that should be known about the hickory…

Elm trees are one of the most dramatic canopy/shade trees that you could ever see. No wonder, it has been present in fantasy and thriller films through the years. These trees belong to the genus Ulmus. It has 35 other cousin trees consisting of shade, ornamental, and forest trees. They are native to northern regions…

Locust trees are one of the hardiest, easy to maintain, and common shade plants in North America, Europe, and some regions in Asia. It comes in two main types which might have confused you in one way or another. You might be interested in the locust tree because of its decorative and shade value. But…

Cherries are truly summer delights, especially when topped on soft serves, pies, and tarts. Cherry wines and coolers are also hard to miss on hot summer days or wintry nights. You might think that cherry trees are generic but there are actually hundreds of them. Some bear fruits, some don’t. Some have sweet fruits and…

Oak trees are famous all over the world because of their unique ability to grow on different climatic conditions and environments. But they’re not only famous for this. Oak trees also have a good value to human and animals. Oak timber has a history of being used for building projects and different kinds of beautiful…

If you were raised during the 1950s and Sixties, you must remember Ulmus americanus, the imperial deciduous tree of the Elm Family (Ulmaceae) that may have ruled your street. In those days, the quiet streets and avenues of many American and Canadian towns were lined, often on both sides, by these stately trees. They towered like…

For gardeners or homeowners seeking a beautiful, unusual addition to their yard, the bottlebrush tree may be a perfect choice. This plant, which is actually a shrub and not a tree, is native to Australia. Because there are so many different varieties available, gardeners can choose the bottlebrush tree that suits their yard, climate, and…

The Forest Pansy Redbud tree excels in color and form for landscaping in a garden or as an undercover tree. A cultivar of the Eastern Redbud, the Forest Pansy (Cercis canadensis) is prized as a specimen tree, especially for landscaping for color and form. After being covered in small pink blooms in the spring, the leaves emerge the…

The cedar tree is known for its rich symbolism and cultural significance. It is also an important commercial-grade tree because of the many industries that it supplies with wood materials thanks to its known sturdiness and longevity. However, it is also mostly confused with other needled trees like its pine, spruce, and juniper cousins. Some…