Birch trees are known for their striking fall foliage, and their varying colors of bark, which will often peel for added interest in the winter landscape. Though birch trees are predominantly cool-weather trees, there are some species which can thrive in warmer climates. Within the Betula genus, there are also birch species which thrive in wet soils, and those which can also tolerate drought.

Dogwood trees belong to the Cornaceae family, which comprises a wide range of dogwood shrubs and trees. Dogwood trees are a type of flowering tree, though the species and variety of the dogwood tree will determine the time of year which is expected to bloom, as well as how long it will remain in bloom for. Here we look at the blooming time of dogwood trees according to type.

Palm trees are evergreen, flowering plants which all belong to the Arecaceae family. This family is widely known as the Palm family, since it comprises over 2500 different species of palms. Palms are considered to be a tropical type of tree, however they grow in a diverse range of habitats, from rainforests, to beaches, and deserts.

Despite being deciduous, most Acer species also offer interest throughout the winter thanks to their interesting bark. Here we look at some of the best types of Maple trees for growing in a range of climates.

The trees are made up of more than 70,000 different species, which are also known as ‘types’ of trees. Here we explore the most common types of trees which are grown as landscape trees, in public parks, and in gardens.

Trees with orange flowers include the  Geiger Tree which is ideal for hot, coastal locations, and the Ozark Witch Hazel which is better suited to cooler climates and will thrive in a range of conditions. Here we look at some of the best orange flowering trees.

Purple flowering trees are a visual delight, with blooms that contrast against the backdrop of green leaves in spring. Here we look at the best purple spring flowering trees.

Dogwood trees (Cornus sp.) and cherry trees (Prunus sp.) are similar in the way that they are both flowering deciduous trees, and they both produce white and pink blooms.

There are a number of dogwood trees that produce pink flowers, adding a bold color to the tree which contrasts beautifully against the green foliage. If you’re looking for a pink flowering dogwood tree, consider one of these varieties.

To boost the available nutrients in the soil, frequent applications of fertilizer at the appropriate times will keep the tree in its best health. Dogwoods have high nutrient needs, so knowing which fertilizer to use and when to use it can be pivotal in the successful growth of your tree. 

You shouldn’t need to prune a dogwood tree (Cornus sp.) to maintain its shape and size since this plant has a natural growth habit that holds a neat and tidy shape. However, there are some instances where pruning a dogwood tree will be beneficial to its health and to your enjoyment of the tree.

Here we look at the diseases which most commonly affect dogwood trees, how you can identify them, and what you can do to save your dogwood tree.