Do Dogwood Trees Smell Bad? It’s Not What You Think

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Many people claim that Dogwood trees smell bad. Beautiful white flowers that stink? Something smells fishy here… but good news: it’s not the Dogwood tree! Learn more

Although Dogwood trees and Bradford pear trees share many common traits, they are, in fact, different species of plant. (Heads up: the crucial difference is the smell.)

Let’s get to the bottom of these trees and the smell

Dogwood

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Bradford Pear

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What Smells?

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Why?

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Do Dogwood Trees Smell Bad? It’s Not What You Think

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Although Dogwood trees and Bradford pear trees share many common traits, they are, in fact, different species of plant. (Heads up: the crucial difference is the smell.)

Let’s get to the bottom of these trees and the smell

Dogwood

– Leaves: slightly fuzzy surface, hairy undersides – Flower: white blossoms, occasionally pink petals – Fruit: bright red – Wood: sturdy, close-grained – Scent: strong floral, similar to honeysuckle

Bradford Pear

What Smells?

Why?

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Do Dogwood Trees Smell Bad? It’s Not What You Think