Spring-flowering shrubs and trees must be exposed to several months of cold temperatures before they can bloom. Which means ...

It grows up to 30 to 40 feet, and in mid-spring will be covered with clusters of reddish pink flowers. Hardy in Zones 4 through 8, it’s related to the native Ohio buckeye tree, which has ...

For more information on forcing spring-flowering trees and shrubs ... Hixenbaugh is an Ohio State University Extension Master Gardener Volunteer in Mahoning County.