Dogwood shrub is a plant that is native to North America. It is a deciduous shrub that can grow to be about 6 feet tall. The leaves of the dogwood shrub are simple and ovate-shaped. They are usually about 2-4 inches long and have a tooth-like margin. The flowers of the dogwood shrub are small and white. They are clustered together and have 4 petals. The fruit of the dogwood shrub is a small, red drupe.
Related plant:
Dogwood Hedge
Related plant:
Dogwood Bush
About soil condition, dogwoods prefer well-drained, moist, humus-rich soil, but they are tolerant of poorer soils and drought once established. They also prefer an acidic soil but will tolerate neutral to slightly alkaline soils.
So, like the other dogwoods, the dogwood shrub prefers sun to partial shade, although it will tolerate full shade. It does best in moist, well-drained soils, but once established, it is quite drought tolerant. It will grow 10 to 15 feet tall and wide.
The temperature condition that is ideal for the Dogwood shrub is between 60 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit. This shrub can also tolerate temperatures as low as 20 degrees Fahrenheit. However, prolonged exposure to temperatures below freezing can damage the shrub.
Ideal humidity condition for this plant is 50%. However, it can tolerate a wide range of humidity conditions, from 30% to 70%. This plant does not like to be too wet or too dry. If the air is too dry, the leaves will start to turn brown and drop off. If the air is too wet, the leaves will start to mildew.
Mentioning fertilizer, this family of plant ( dogwood shrub ) is generally not heavy feeders and too much fertilizer will actually damage the plant. Fertilize dogwoods in early spring before new growth begins and again in mid-summer to encourage new root growth. A good rule of thumb is to use 1/2 the manufacturer's recommended rate.
Pruning is an important part of keeping your dogwood shrub healthy and looking its best. You should prune in late winter or early spring, before new growth begins. Cut back any dead or diseased branches, and any branches that are rubbing against each other. You can also trim back any branches that are growing out of shape or too long.
Propagation can be done through rooting stem cuttings taken from the dogwood shrub. The cutting should be taken from new growth that is about 6 inches long. Cut just below a leaf node, and remove the leaves from the bottom half of the cutting. Dip the cut end of the stem in rooting hormone, then plant in a pot filled with moistened potting mix. Cover the pot with a plastic bag to create a humidity dome, and place in indirect light. Keep the potting mix moist, but not soggy, and in about 6 to 8 weeks, roots should form and new growth will appear.
Usually, the plant growth rate is determined by the specific species of the plant. There are some dogwoods that grow relatively slowly, while others can grow quite rapidly. However, in general, dogwoods tend to have a moderate growth rate. This means that they will add a few inches to their height each year and will eventually spread outwards. Pruning will help to control the shape and size of your dogwood shrub.
Common problems for this kind of plant are powdery mildew, leaf spot, and canker. Powdery mildew is a white or gray powdery growth on the leaves and stems of the plant. Leaf spot is brown or black spots on the leaves of the plant. Canker is a sunken, dead area on the stem or trunk of the plant.
Source:
Cornus alba (Red-Barked Dogwood, Siberian Dogwood, Tatarian Dogwood ...
PAGODA DOGWOOD - CORNUS ALTERNIFOLIA | The UFOR
Ivory Halo Dogwood | The UFOR Nursery & Lab - University of
