![]() ![]() For instance, all kinds of bees appreciate redbud’s early supply of nectar and pollen while birds and squirrels like to forage on the seed pods that come later. Many flowering trees, such as eastern redbud, serviceberry, pagoda dogwood, and others are regional natives, so they’re especially good at supporting our community of local insects, birds, and other wildlife. And, next to a patio, a flowering tree can provide a close, dense shelter from the hot sun and the neighbor’s line of sight. In the front yard, a flowering tree’s color and texture also complements an array of homes and landscapes without towering high above everything else. For one, as an understory tree, a flowering tree adds additional layers of color and texture as part of a mixed tree line. The relatively short stature of most flowering trees gives them unique benefits for the landscape. With the variety of species and cultivars to choose from, you can find a range of foliage colors in spring, summer, and fall – plus a selection of bud and bloom colors and a choice of colorful fruit that provides winter interest too. In addition to the colorful spring blooms, many of our most popular flowering trees provide color to the landscape throughout the rest of the year too. These early flowers also offer an important source of nectar and pollen for bees and other emerging pollinators too. And conveniently, many flowering trees bloom in early spring – providing an uplifting burst of color and fragrance between winter’s end and planting season. Of course, the most noteworthy appeal of a flowering tree is its conspicuous bloom. But what these ornamental beauties have to offer is a little different than their less flowery cousins. Like all trees, flowering trees enhance our landscapes, our neighborhoods, and our local plant and wildlife communities in many ways. These jewels of spring are much more than pretty petals – they offer a variety of benefits to their communities all year long. Spring has arrived, and suddenly our flowering trees are bursting out in a riot of color! Bold floral statements might be their crowning achievement, but blooms aren’t their only talent. ![]()
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