Eastern redbud is a small native tree found in USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 4 through 8. Redbuds generally grow to about 20 feet tall and 30 to 35 feet wide at the top. They bloom in early spring before ...

As Houston’s flowering trees begin to bloom, you might find yourself wanting to plant them all. There are so many to choose from. Redbuds are among the first to bud, along with saucer magnolias and ...

A tree with white flowers adds beauty and a touch of magic to your yard or garden. You have tons of choices of white flowering trees that you can use as an accent or grouping for your home landscaping ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." One great thing to love about beautiful blooming trees is the welcome shade they offer come summer. In ...

Several species of native flowering trees are currently in bloom, adding beauty to the spring landscape. These trees, including Pinxter Azaleas, Japanese magnolias, and Carolina Silverbells, offer a ...

Steve Nix is a member of the Society of American Foresters and a former forest resources analyst for the state of Alabama. Flowering Dogwood grows 20 to 35 feet tall and spreads 25 to 30 feet. It can ...

A fun, easy-to-use tree identification booklet is available from the nonprofit Arbor Day Foundation. The booklet — "What Tree Is That?" — helps people identify trees in a simple, step-by-step process.

Nature and gadget lovers, this one's for you: a mobile app that lets you ID the species of any leaf or tree while you're out on the trail or taking a walk in the park. The app, called Leafsnap, uses a ...

Question: We are looking to add a small flowering tree to our front garden. The area gets sun throughout the early part of the day, but is shaded by a larger tree in the late afternoon and evening. Do ...

The Arbor Day Foundation has created an inexpensive tool for helping people develop a greater appreciation for trees. The “What Tree is That?” book is an easy-to-use identification guide featuring ...

If you’ve ever wandered through your neighborhood or taken a walk in the woods and wondered about the majestic trees surrounding you, then it might be time to invest in a tree field guide. Tree field ...