Maintenance Landscaping Design

Red dogwood bush is a beautiful plant that is perfect for adding a splash of color to your garden. This plant is known for its bright red leaves and its ability to thrive in a variety of climates. Whether you live in a cold climate or a hot climate, this plant will be sure to add some pizzazz to your garden.

Also called

• American dogwood
  
• Florida dogwood
  
• Indian dogwood
  
• Pacific dogwood
  
• Western dogwood

Good to Know

• The red dogwood bush is a native North American shrub.
  
• It is a deciduous shrub, meaning it loses its leaves in fall.
  
• The red dogwood bush grows to a height of 6-12 feet.
  
• It has opposite, oval-shaped leaves that are 2-4 inches long.
  
• In spring, the red dogwood bush produces clusters of small, white flowers.
  
• In fall, the bush produces small, red berries.
  
• The red dogwood bush is a food source for many birds and small mammals.
  
• The bush is also a popular ornamental plant.
  
• It is relatively easy to grow and care for.
  
• The red dogwood bush is susceptible to a number of diseases and pests, including powdery mildew, leaf spot, and borers.

Related plant:
Hydrangea Paniculata Diamant Rouge

Planting Process

1. For red dogwood bush, first step is to choose a sunny spot in your garden.
   
2. Then, dig a hole that is twice the size of the roots ball of your red dogwood bush.
   
3. Place your red dogwood bush in the hole and backfill it with the dug up soil.
   
4. Water the red dogwood bush well.
   
5. Apply a thick layer of mulch around the base of the plant.
   
6. In the springtime, fertilize your red dogwood bush with a balanced fertilizer.
   
7. Once the plant is established, you can prune it to shape as desired.
   
8. The red dogwood bush will bloom in the springtime with beautiful red flowers.
   
9. After the flowers fade, small red fruits will appear and ripen in the summertime.
   
10. Enjoy your red dogwood bush for many years to come!

Related plant:
Nannyberry Viburnum

Soil Condition

About soil condition, the red dogwood bush prefers well-drained, moist soil, but it will tolerate a range of soil types including clay. It is sensitive to drought and should be watered during prolonged dry periods. The bush is also sensitive to salt and should be planted away from roadsides where salt is used in the winter.

Light requirement

Just like other dogwoods, the red dogwood bush thrives in sunny conditions and does best when it receives at least six hours of sunlight each day. Full sun is ideal, but the bush can also tolerate partial sun. It is important to choose a planting spot that receives plenty of sunlight, as this will ensure the best possible growth and blooming for your bush.

Good Temperature

The temperature condition that is most ideal for the growth of the red dogwood bush is one that is cool and moist. This type of environment is typically found in areas that have a moderate climate, such as the Pacific Northwest region of the United States.

Humidity Level

Ideal humidity condition for this plant is 50% or less. The plant can tolerate short periods of time when the humidity is higher, but if the conditions are prolonged, the leaves will start to turn brown and fall off.

The Fertilizer

About fertilizer, this type of plant does best with a low nitrogen fertilizer. An all-purpose fertilizer with a low first number is a good choice. Apply fertilizer in early spring before new growth begins. For best results, use a root stimulator when planting.

Light requirement

Pruning your red dogwood bush is an important part of keeping it healthy and looking its best. Fortunately, this is a relatively easy task that only needs to be done a few times a year. The best time to prune your red dogwood bush is in late winter or early spring, before new growth begins. This will allow the bush to heal quickly and minimize the risk of infection.

About Propagating

Propagation for red dogwood is typically done through softwood cuttings taken from new growth in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be 4-6 inches long and taken from the tips of the branches. Cuttings should be placed in a moistened potting mix and kept in high humidity until rooted.

Growth Speed

Usually, the plant growth rate is about 13 to 24 inches per year. However, dogwoods can live for a long time and grow to be very large. The oldest recorded age for a red dogwood bush is about 400 years old.

Common Problems

Common problems for this kind of plant are powdery mildew and leaf spot. The powdery mildew will cause the leaves to have a white powdery substance on them. The leaf spot will cause the leaves to have brown or black spots on them.

Basics of Growing

• Do not forget to water your red dogwood bush regularly, especially during the hot summer months.
  
• Place your bush in an area that receives full sun to partial shade.
  
• Fertilize your red dogwood bush regularly with a balanced fertilizer.
  
• Prune your bush in late winter or early spring to shape it and remove any dead or damaged branches.
  
• Mulch around the base of your bush to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
  
• Be on the lookout for pests or diseases that can damage your red dogwood bush.
  
• Check the soil around your bush regularly to make sure it is not too dry or too wet.
  
• When transplanting your red dogwood bush, be sure to dig a hole that is slightly larger than the root ball.
  
• For best results, plant your red dogwood bush in well-drained soil.
  
• Give your bush plenty of room

Substitution

• Red dogwood bush: Red Dogwood
  
• Red bog dogwood: Red Dogwood
  
• Red willow dogwood: Red Dogwood
  
• Red maple dogwood: Red Dogwood
  
• Red oak dogwood: Red Dogwood
  
• Red birch dogwood: Red Dogwood
  
• Red alder dogwood: Red Dogwood
  
• Red spruce dogwood: Red Dogwood
  
• Red cherry dogwood: Red Dogwood
  
• Red velvet dogwood: Red Dogwood

Source:
Cornus alba (Red-Barked Dogwood, Siberian Dogwood, Tatarian Dogwood ...
Red Osier Dogwood | Yale Nature Walk
Red-osier Dogwood (Cornus sericea) - Carleton College