The Garden Bug: Dogwood Trees

Advice & Tips
Written By Your West Central Voice

By Brenda Weaver

These lovely trees thrive in "sun-dappled" environments that enjoy protection from hours of direct sun. They like being next to tall buildings or taller trees. The most crucial factor when planting dogwoods is water access; they have shallow roots, and even with shade these root systems will dry quickly. If the leaves are light-green, prickly, or crispy, more water is needed.

Source: www.thetreecenter.com/flowering-trees/dogwood-trees
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