In 1915, when Japan famously donated cherry trees to Washington, D.C., the United States sent 40 dogwood trees to Japan. Another famous tree with unlobed leaves is the magnolia, which grows in ...

Be careful not to over-prune when thinning out your dogwood tree. Tate explains that the recommended “pruning budget” for most trees is 20% to 30% (up to 1/3) of living canopy in one year.

The white dogwood petals seen each spring aren't actually flowers, but leaves called bracts. The green portion at the center of the bracts is the tree's actual flower.

By summer, the tree develops glossy green leaves, providing lush foliage, while its smooth, gray bark adds a layer of texture. As fall approaches, the flowering dogwood undergoes a transformation ...