Small dogwood tree

Dogwood trees are known for their beauty, with the flowering dogwood thought to be the prettiest flowering tree in America. The popular varieties of this deciduous tree are grown in USDA zones 2 to 9, with each type displaying unique, magnificent blooms. They thrive in acidic soils and have high water requirements.

Small trees can still pack a big punch in your landscape. Whether you've got a modest-size yard or are just filling in larger spaces, these varieties will fit in perfectly.

Tiny backyards are no match for these showstoppers.

Instead of leaving the space underneath your dogwood tree bare, place one of the following plants in the shaded area to add more interest to your yard.

Even the smallest garden will benefit from the addition of a tree – but which type to choose?

Dwarf trees are easy to care for and make a big impact on curb appeal. Frame your home's facade with the best small trees for front yard landscaping.

Dogwood (Cornus spp.) trees and flowering shrubs come in many species and varieties. Here are 12 common dogwoods for your yard.

Support your local ecosystem and have an attractive yard with these plants in your canopy, understory, shrubs and ground covers.

Here are six of the best trees for fall colour in your woodland garden. Three are for the upper canopy (large trees) and three are smaller understory trees. Among the best trees for fall colour include the Sugar Maple, Oaks and the Tulip Tree, as well as smaller trees in the Dogwood family, serviceb

Dogwoods are my favorite flowering trees. I was already growing a white Cornus florida, a dark pink C. florida, a 'Stellar Pink' C. florida x C. kousa hybrid and two 'Heart Throb' C. kousa dogwoods when the owner of a local nursery told me about a vigorous new hybrid called 'Starlight.' This C. kousa x C. nuttallii hybrid came from Rutger University's dogwood breeding program, which also created 'Stellar Pink' and the popular 'Venus.'. After hearing the enthusiasm of this experienced nursery…