
Crabapples are blooming beauties
Flowering crabapple time in western Oregon was extra special this spring. Local weather conditions treated us to an unusually lovely, long-lasting display. Especially nice are
Flowering crabapple time in western Oregon was extra special this spring. Local weather conditions treated us to an unusually lovely, long-lasting display. Especially nice are
Pink dogwood (Cornus florida rubra) is a traditional and popular Mother’s Day gift, thanks to the timing of its blooms that appear in early to
Today is Arbor Day 2025! Celebrated annually on the last Friday of April since 1872, Arbor Day was founded by J. Sterling Morton, a Nebraska
Redbud trees are a timeless favorite, cherished for their graceful form, vibrant blooms, and seasonal interest. These enchanting trees signal the arrival of spring with
Across the continent and around the world, flowering cherries are a burst of spring, a sure sign that winter is in the rearview mirror. The
Flowering plums jumpstart spring The crescendo of crocus and dawning of daffodils are sure signs of spring as they bloom in concert with our earliest
Oak trees play a critical role as a “keystone species,” in ecosystems around the world. Providing food and shelter for a wide array of mammals,
Deciduous magnolias are among the first flowering trees to break the spell of winter. Thanks to their profuse blooms that brighten dreary days, they are
Beribboned, heart-shaped boxes bursting with chocolates are no match for the year-round love you can share by gifting and planting love-inspired trees. Redbuds, especially those
Good things come in small packages, and the same can be said for flowering shrubs grown topiary-style. Grown as single-stem standards, these stunning tree-form shrubs
The story of our “Search for the Best” ornamental crabapples is shared in the current edition of Malus, Journal of the International Ornamental Crabapple Society.
Autumn Brilliance® Serviceberry joined our Redpointe® Maple in earning the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society’s Gold Medal Plant Award for 2025.This prestigious honor shines a light on
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