silky dogwood

How to Grow and Care for silky dogwood

silky dogwood · Cornus amomum

Will grow in most soil conditions in sun or partial shade. For more information see flowering dogwood cultivation

Watering: Moderate deep watering during dry periods, free drainage preferredSunlight: Full sun · Partial shadeInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing silky dogwood

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Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate deep watering during dry periods, free drainage preferred
Sunlight requirementsFull sun · Partial shade
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Soil typeChalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained · Well drained
FertilizingBalanced shrub feed once in spring
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Care Tips

Will grow in most soil conditions in sun or partial shade. For more information see flowering dogwood cultivation

How to Water silky dogwood?

Moderate deep watering during dry periods, free drainage preferred

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for silky dogwood?

Full sun · Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for silky dogwood?

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What Soil Is Best for silky dogwood?

Soil type
Chalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for silky dogwood?

Moist but well drained · Well drained

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How to Fertilize silky dogwood?

Balanced shrub feed once in spring

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How to Prune silky dogwood?

For colourful stems or large foliage, prune hard to a low framework. Let young plants establish for one to two years first. Prune in late winter or spring, before or as new growth starts. Remove suckers if needed to prevent spreading.

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How to Propagate silky dogwood?

Propagate by hardwood cuttings, semi-ripe cuttings, or layering

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How to Transplant silky dogwood?

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How to Care for silky dogwood in Winter?

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How to Plant silky dogwood?

Will grow in most soil conditions in sun or partial shade. For more information see flowering dogwood cultivation

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How to Repot silky dogwood?

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How to Harvest silky dogwood?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to cornus anthracnose and honey fungus

Pests

Generally pest-free but may be susceptible to horse chestnut scale

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The Toxicity of silky dogwood

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Attributes of silky dogwood

Plant typeShrubs
Height2.5-4 metres
Spread2.5-4 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitSuckering
OriginEastern Northern America

Scientific Classification

Species
Cornus amomum
Genus
Cornus
Family
Cornaceae
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