Do Pagoda dogwoods grow in full sun?

Culture: Pagoda dogwood prefers moist, acidic, well-drained soil. It appears to prefer partial shade but can grow well in full sun. It is important to keep the root zone cool and moist. Pagoda dogwood performs best in colder climates.

How long does a pagoda dogwood tree live?

Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest lists the dogwood’s average lifespan at 80 years, while Glen Arboretum of Towson University notes that they can live up to 125 years, with rapid growth lasting as long as 30.

How do you trim a pagoda dogwood tree?

Only prune in early spring before the plant leafs out. Crossing, badly formed or damaged branches should be removed back to a main branch. Low branches should also be removed, if a tree form is desired, when the plant is young.

Are dogwoods invasive?

Kousa dogwoods (Cornus kousa) Kousa dogwood is an especially popular plant that also is considered to be an invasive plant. It’s also invasive in the sense that it’s invading our suburbs, institutional grounds, and other public areas by being so frequently planted. It takes up a lot of space, giving nothing back.

Does a dogwood tree grow fast?

White dogwood trees grow to be 15-25 feet tall, with a spread of 20-25 feet. They grow at a slow-moderate rate of 1-2 feet per year.

What is Cornus alternifolia?

Cornus alternifolia is a small deciduous tree or large multi-stemmed shrub that typically grows 15-25’ tall with distinctive tiered/layered horizontal branching which is upward-turned at the tips.

What is the best climate for Cornus alternifolia?

Best performance occurs in cool summer climates. Provide consistent moisture and mulch root zone. Cornus alternifolia is a small deciduous tree or large multi-stemmed shrub that typically grows 15-25’ tall with distinctive tiered/layered horizontal branching which is upward-turned at the tips.

How do you plant Cornus alternifolia?

Provide consistent moisture and mulch root zone. Cornus alternifolia is a small deciduous tree or large multi-stemmed shrub that typically grows 15-25’ tall with distinctive tiered/layered horizontal branching which is upward-turned at the tips.

What does genus Cornus mean?

Genus name comes from the Latin word cornu meaning horn in probable reference to the strength and density of the wood. Cornus is also the Latin name for cornelian cherry. Specific epithet refers to the alternate arrangement of the leaves.

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