Flowering trees somehow tells us that the winter season is over and warm sunny days are here to stay. Can you just picture your yard or garden with several trees full of fragrant flowers? It is just absolutely beautiful! And, the best part is that you plant them once and these come back to bloom every year with delightful flowers.
You can plant flowering trees among some perennials, on the corners of your flower garden to accent your landscape, around shrubs, or just plant some in your back yard. No matter where you plant them, these flowering trees will add beauty for years to come.
Some gardeners believe that crepe myrtle is the queen of all flowering trees and here in the south where I live, that seems to be the case. I have crepe myrtle trees planted in the back yard, against fences, on the side of the pond, and in a corner of my flower garden. We just love crepe myrtle here in the south because they bloom from June to November and these are maintenance free.
There are many varieties of flowering trees in the market today but we all have our favorites. Magnolia is also a favorite of mine and is another very popular one here in the south. Did you know that Magnolia Rustica Rubra was introduced over 100 years ago? Yes, and it is known for its long blooming period that lasts for several weeks.
It was introduced in the 19th century at Boskoop, Holland. What makes this Magnolia spectacular is that in early spring, very large red buds arise before the foliage, followed by huge goblet shaped blooms in pink that usually lighten up to white near the petal tips and then the foliage starts around these huge blooms. Gorgeous! This awesome Magnolia tree grows from 10 to 25 feet tall and about 10 to 15 feet wide. It grows well in zones 4-9.
Another favorite flowering tree is Dogwood. A gentleman by the name of Bob Timberlake developed a specimen of Dogwood called ‘Cornus Eternal Dogwood’ and it is known for its long flowering period. It has large 6-inch double blooms of pure white flowers all surrounded by a ruffled green center. This one type of Dogwood somehow continues to bloom for two weeks beyond all others. It grows from 18 to 25 feet tall and up to 18 feet wide, likes full sun, and thrives in zones 6-9.
And, let us not forget the ‘Cornus Radiant Rose’ flowering tree. If you are not familiar with Radiant Rose, get ready because you will fall in love with this one. This tree has rosy red flowers that hold their color beautifully even in intense heat and humidity. The blooms are 4 inch petaled shaped and are a rosy red color set off against large deep green leaves which begin early summer and continues until August in most climates. Expect this tree to grow 10 feet tall in the first five years, about 20 feet high when it matures, and 30 feet wide. It grows well in zones 4-9 and it is recommended that you space these at least 20 feet apart.
I really hope that the information above will entice you to plant some flowering trees in your garden or landscape. These trees are perfect for a front yard specimen, backyard or even on the side of your home. Where ever you plant them, these will add beauty to your home and garden for many years to come.
Enjoy your flowering trees,
Diana
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