Dogwood Tree | Cornus kousa
An absolute stunner
Grown by Mike
Roots' Cotswolds Valley Nursery
Tree in a 2L Pot
40-60cm on arrival
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Dogwood Tree
Cornus kousa
- Few trees are as showy or spectacular as flowering dogwood trees - they really are breathtaking when they're in bloom!
- In May and June, the tree becomes wreathed in tiny flower knots (each surrounded by four white bracts) that carpet the tree's foliage like a fresh dusting of snow
- Whilst the tree's flowers may steal the show, its foliage isn't to be sniffed at either! The attractive green leaves take on alluring crimson and red hues in the autumn before they fall
- Perfect for structuring a bed or border around, or for planting in the middle of your front lawn, this is a tree that deserves to be centre stage
- Also known as the Szechuan strawberry, this tree will often produce unusually-shaped pinkish red fruit in autumn, and though these are edible, they're typically treated as ornamental
- Our trees are usually between 18 and 36 months old at the time of dispatch
- Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching. This formative pruning can involve cutting the main leader, if the expert tree growers decide this will produce a better shaped tree. This can stop the tree becoming "leggy", and promote stronger, bushier growth
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Dogwood Tree can be grown in a large pot (50cm+). It can be kept long-term with regular pruning and repotting. Ensure the soil doesn't dry out completely in temperatures above 25°C.
How big does it get?
The Dogwood Tree reaches a mature height of 5 to 7 metres, with a spread of 4 to 6 metres, although it can be maintained at a smaller size with regular pruning.
How much sunlight does this need?
Dogwood Tree prefers full sun to partial shade, requiring at least 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight daily to thrive.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Dogwood Tree prefers moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil to thrive. Ensure the soil does not freeze below -5°C for optimal root health, applying a 5cm layer of mulch in winter.
How much watering does this plant need?
Dogwood Tree requires regular watering, especially during its first few years of establishment. Provide approximately 10 to 20 litres of water per week, ensuring the soil remains moist but well-drained. During hot weather above 25°C, increase watering frequency to prevent the roots from drying out.
Will this plant need pruning?
Dogwood Tree can be pruned in late winter or early spring before new growth begins, cutting back by 10-20cm.
How hardy is this plant?
The dogwood tree is fully hardy with an RHS rating of H6, withstanding temperatures from -15°C to -20°C throughout the UK.
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Meet Mike
Tree-growing skills honed right across the globe
Having started out in Australia, studied in Northern Ireland and volunteered at an organic farm in Sweden, it’s fair to say Mike’s done his fair share of travel on his horticultural journey, so far! Having happily laid down roots here at Roots, Mike is the don behind our tree-growing operation, imparting each and every one of his globally-honed skills to benefit your garden. Grown in our purpose-built nursery, in the ideal climatic conditions of the fertile Vale of Evesham, we’re proud to supply only the happiest, healthiest and hardiest trees.
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