Dogwoods, in the genus Cornus, are among the most versatile native shrubs. With seasonal interest, tolerance of less than perfect conditions and benefits for wildlife, these shrubs are worth ...

Ornamental trees and shrubs can enliven any yard. As the seasons change, so do they, providing eye-catching displays to complement your landscaping. If you are looking to cultivate a more romantic, ...

Shade doesn’t have to be boring. Gardeners can choose from many shrubs to brighten a dark corner. Susan Jacobson, landscape architect at The Morton Arboretum, points to several shrubs from Midwestern ...

This is a preview. Log in through your library . Abstract We compared seasonal trends in photosynthesis of two naturalized exotic shrubs (Rhamnus cathartica and Lonicera X bella) and two native shrubs ...

There are very few shrubs that have the following of enthusiasts dogwoods have. They’re some of the best-known shrubs and most beautiful shrubs around. Dogwoods belong to the genus Cornus, which ...

Several types of dogwood bloomed well into late June. Gray dogwood (Cornus racemosa) and silky dogwood (Cornus amomum) are native species that form shrubby thickets rather than becoming single trees.

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This is a preview. Log in through your library . Abstract One hypothesis for differences among autumn-fruiting species in pattern of fruit disappearance assumes that birds prefer and consequently ...