Dogwood trees are a common and beloved sight in local gardens. While as many as 60 species of trees and shrubs are in the genus Cornus, the most common locally are our native flowering dogwood (Cornus ...

John Gunther thought Knoxville was "the ugliest city" in America. Locals formed the Dogwood Trails (and later, the festival) ...

Mosquitoes are repelled by plants with strong scents, including citronella grass. Crush the plant to release its oils and rub it on your skin for a natural repellant. The best way to combat mosquitoes ...

Looking for flowering shrubs that, like “mad dogs and Englishmen,” aren’t afraid of the midday sun? These stunning plants can ...

Spring is just around the corner, and it's time to venture out into the garden and plant some vegetables ... Frances Tophill, a star of Gardeners' World, suggests that the solution to safeguarding ...

Its unique appearance, resilience and ease of care make it an excellent choice for beginner and experienced gardeners ... plant feels secure in the soil, try not to worry. Ponytail palms will never ...

The gardening expert explained that gardeners should avoid cutting into older, woody branches as they can struggle with new growth. Dogwood ... plant and will thrive even after a severe pruning.

This ensures the flowers are not harmed and allows the plant to develop new wood for the following year's blossoms. Pruning is essential to prevent hydrangeas from becoming woody and overcrowded ...

Chinese snowball viburnums are large shrubs that produce an abundance of ... in our favorite southern understory tree the flowering dogwood (Cornus florida). Dogwoods are about to be in full ...