Pink Dogwood Tree Care
Unless you plan to prune the tree to limit its size the space should be large enough to accommodate the tree s mature size.
Pink dogwood tree care. For care of flowering dogwood trees dogwoods that are planted in full sun must also rely on frequent watering especially during hot conditions. Plant pink dogwood trees in well drained acidic soil. The best time to prune a dogwood tree is late fall or early spring just before the new growth starts. You may also prune to shape your dogwood into a more attractive shape.
Compost should be added under the tree each spring spreading out to the dripline. The pink dogwood grows in acidic loamy moist rich sandy well drained and clay soils. Place each cut on the bias just 1 8 to 1 4 inch above a leaf node or bud to encourage new branching and fullness. Summer is the most ideal time to prune dogwoods as they bleed sap if pruned in winter.
While dogwoods will grow in a variety of climates and soil conditions they typically grow best in and even prefer well drained humus rich soil that is slightly acidic. They are not heavy feeders but you can improve performance by furnishing at least moderately fertile ground for them. Select an area of the garden for your pink dogwood.