Pink Flowering Dogwood

U.S. eyes 3,000 dogwoods for 'sakura' anniversary

As Japan and the U.S. prepare to mark the 100th anniversary of the presentation of 3,000 cherry trees to Washington by Tokyo as a gift in 1912, the U.S. government is drawing up a plan to present Japan with 3,000 dogwood seedlings this spring as a new symbol of friendship, sources involved in Japan-U.S. relations said Monday. Washington is also hoping to express through the flowering dogwood, a ...

For Valentine's Day, red roses are NOT the top choice for women. Here are some other options

Plus five favorite red-flowering plants for the garden.

A Colorful Stroll Through the Winter

HAMDEN, Conn.

February's garden tips

Wild ride. Our landscape seems as confused as our bodies through this most unusual winter. Spring bulbs certainly think it's spring one day, only to be blanketed by snow the next. There's not much to do to prevent this early emergence, other than to enjoy the show. Snowdrops, crocus, hellebores, eve...

MYSTERY PLANT: Flowers of this small tree are associated with 'floral' buds

Here's a cold winter moon, slowly rising and bathing the trees below with its pale gold light. Winter is a good time to remember that in the world around us, natural processes are still very much occurring, although often slowed down a good bit.

HAPPY ARBOR DAY!!!

From The Chipley Garden Club: Florida has been celebrating its own Arbor Day since 1886. The National Arbor Day Foundation promotes the benefits of trees in the urban environment and encourages tree planting and care. Trees mean natural beauty – a...