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    Tree of the Week

    Flowering Dogwood: Spring Splendor in the Forest

    By James R. Fazio | March 5, 2019

    Cornus florida Flowering dogwood holds a special place in the heart of all who love trees. Perhaps this is because of its bloom — bursting forth in the dark woods or barren backyard with a promise that the dreary days of winter are over. Perhaps it is its brilliant fall leaves and bright berries, or the unusual pattern of its bark. Maybe it’s the gracefulness of its crown, or, for those who look closely, the interesting shape of its buds.…

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  • Landscape Design

    Introducing Scarlet Fire® Dogwood

    Guest post by Dr.Thomas Molnar, Rutgers University Are you looking for vibrant flowering trees to add to your yard, but also in need of a tree that is low-maintenance? Scientists at Rutgers University have…

    By Arbor Day Foundation | March 19, 2018
  • Tree of the Week

    White Dogwood: A Crowd-Pleaser

    Cornus florida Did you know George Washington planted a white dogwood at Mt. Vernon? In fact, he wasn’t the only president to plant a white dogwood, Thomas Jefferson planted one at Monticello. Perhaps it…

    By Sheereen Othman | April 12, 2016