develops small square or rectangular blocks.some trees retain fruit into the winter.each fruit is 0.33" to 0.5" long and elongated.
the diameter of the bracts combined is about 4" across.the showy part of the bloom the four white bracts.colors early and color holds for an extended period.branches low to the ground with a short trunk.shape is rounded to somewhat flat-topped.grows to about 30' tall with an equal or greater spread.zone 5 with selection of proper genetic material.
native to the eastern and central United States. The tree will also never grow large enough to provide timber for another cross.Ĭornus or Dogwood, fact or fiction, no matter which, is always a worthy choice for a special specimen tree or group planting. *In case you are curious the name Dogwood is said to have come from the fact that the bark from the tree was used to make up a solution for bathing mangy dogs! There is also the legend that the wood from the Dogwood was used to make the cross Jesus was crucified on and ever since that time the tree has had 4 floral bracts to represent the cross with a red centre to represent the blood of Christ. Look for variegated varieties which have fabulous foliage interest throughout spring, summer and autumn. All Dogwoods should have excellent autumn colour and this is probably their most highly valued feature. With some varieties showy "strawberry" like fruits follow the flowers. This can be treated with fungicide but prevention with the correct cultural requirements is really the answer.ĭogwoods flower in spring, the "flower" is made up of four bracts that surround a small central dome. If you do not provide Cornus with the correct conditions they can become susceptible to anthracnose disease which is a fungus disease typified by brown to tan irregular spots and blotches on the leaves. For those who have warm winters (Waikato North) then try Cornus Eddies White Wonder which has been bred to cope with warmer temperatures. Dogwoods love a cold winter and hot dry summer. They require a sunny spot with no more than the lightest shade plus deep nourishing soil that is not too wet in winter. To get the best from Dogwoods you really must be able to give them the conditions they thrive on. 
Cornus kousa which hails from Japan is becoming more popular in NZ and Cornus kousa Moonlight is a firm favourite with the team here at Wairere.Īll Dogwoods are deciduous and frost hardy with the exception of Cornus capitata which is semi evergreen and only tolerates light frost. The Americans love this tree so much it is the State tree for both Virginia and Missouri. In this case "florida" actually means flowering rather than place of origin. The Dogwood most commonly grown in NZ hails from North America and is known as Cornus florida. The Cornus or Dogwood genus of trees and shrubs has family members from both North America and Asia. Dogwoods - now you're barking up the right tree!
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