Tatarian dogwood typically starts flowering in late April or early May.
tatarian dogwood
Cornus alba 'Spaethii'
Tatarian dogwood (Cornus alba 'Spaethii') is an amazing species for adding year-round interest in the garden. It produces stunning bronze foliage in spring that turns to deep green in summer, and then to red, purple and orange shades in fall. This versatility makes it perfect for adding color and texture to any landscape. In winter, its colourful stems provide interest, and in spring and summer clusters of creamy white flowers attract butterflies and other pollinators. It's a fast-growing, hardy shrub that is both pest- and disease-resistant, making it an ideal addition to any garden.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Cutting,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Division,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 7
Flowers:
Yellowish-white Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,red,purple,orange
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Tatarian Dogwood (Cornus alba 'Spaethii') requires regular watering during the growing season from April to September. Water the plant deeply 3-4 times a week or when the top 1-2 inches of soil is dry. Make sure that the soil is not soggy to avoid root rot. During the summer season, increase the amount of water to once daily to keep the soil consistently moist. Water the root zone directly instead of watering from the top. This kind of Dogwood does not need too much water in the winter season. So, water only when the soil is extremely dry.
sunlight
Tatarian Dogwood (Cornus alba 'Spaethii') needs full to partial sun, which means 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. It prefers morning sunlight and should be planted in an area receiving some morning sun, such as near the east side of a building or east-facing windows. This species does best in moist soil conditions, however, will tolerate slightly dryer sites. Planting on the north side of a building can increase sun exposure for this species during the winter when the days are short.
pruning
Tatarian dogwoods (Cornus alba 'Spaethii') should be pruned in late winter or very early spring, before leaves are produced. Start by removing any dead or diseased branches. If needed, cutting back up to 1/3 of the shrub can be done. This is best done by pruning out the oldest, thicker branches. Pruning the new, thinner growth can disrupt the natural shape of the plant. If pruning to keep the desired shape, take off excess growth in moderation. Tatarian dogwoods are rather dense and pruning should be evenly distributed.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
