Plant Care & Gardening Guides

Here we explore the different parts of a tree and investigate how each part of a tree functions. Although there is a huge variation in types of trees and species, they all share these components in common, which serve in keeping the trees strong and healthy, aiding in their growth and longevity.

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.

Some delicate flowers such as Lilies will begin to wilt after a day out of water, while Tulips and Daffodils can remain looking healthy for 2 to 4 days without water, because they have stored nutrients which they can live off for a little while. 

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.

Roses are one of the most popular types of blooming plants on the planet, with a long history that is believed to date back to around 35 million years. These romantic flowers are loved for their full blooms, sweetly scented petals, and dramatic foliage. Most modern roses will bloom for an extended period of time from early spring right through to late fall, with some exceptions. Here we look at the time of year you can expect your rose bush to be in bud, and what measures you can take to maximize the blooming potential of your rose plant.

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.