When selecting a site for your flowering dogwood, remember to consider the mature size of the tree (30 to 40 feet). While it will take time for your new dogwood to reach its full size, planning at planting will eliminate problems later. Select a site with: Partial sun. Afternoon shade i...
The most frequent question asked about pruning is “When should you do it?” The traditional recommendation is to prune a flowering plant depending on when the plant flowers. If it flowers on old wood (growth from the previous season), prune after flowering to avoid cutting off spring blooms ...
Wait to prunespring-flowering trees,such as dogwood, redbud, cherry, pear, and magnolia, until after they flower. Sometimes, it’s hard to tell if a tree has dead branches higher up unless you climb it. For this reason, it may be prudent to hire a tree trimmer to prune any dead tree...
Improper pruning or pruning at the wrong time of year can result in misshapened plants, reduced flowering or plants that are more likely to be damaged by insects, diseases or winter cold. It is important to learn about the three T’s of proper pruning: t
Pruning during the first 10-20 years of a slow-growing tree will establish its shape for future growth. • Prune lilacs, forsythias and dogwood shrubs by removing 1/3 of the branches down to the ground level each year. This technique is called “renewal pruning” and keeps plants young ...
Dogwood American smoke tree Hawthorn Japanese tree lilac Three Pruning Methods for Trees There are many ways to improve both the health and the shape of a tree. The goal of each is to create a tree with good light and air circulation, attractive qualities and strength. The four m...
How to Grow a Dogwood Tree How to Grow Beautyberry Shrubs 20 Pink Flowers for Your Garden (With Pictures!) Planting When to Plant Redbuds Redbuds can be planted in either spring or fall. If planting in autumn, try to get the tree in the ground 4-6 weeks before your first frost. Bare...