noun
flowers and trees; flowering plants and trees
General term for flowering plants and trees collectively, often used in gardening or landscaping contexts.
庭にさまざまな花木を植えた。
I planted various flowers and trees in the garden.
noun
flowering tree; ornamental tree
Specifically refers to trees that produce showy flowers, such as cherry or plum trees.
この公園には美しい花木がたくさんあります。
There are many beautiful flowering trees in this park.