The Heart Throb Chinese Dogwood typically starts flowering in late April or early May.
Heart Throb Chinese Dogwood
Cornus kousa 'Heart Throb'
Also Known As - Kousa DogwoodHeart Throb Chinese Dogwood is a stunning medium-sized tree featuring large, oval-shaped rose-pink flowers that are delicate and beautiful. The vibrant coral and pink bracts (flower petals), with heart-shaped foliage, provides a spectacular display as they bloom in late spring and summer. In addition to its flowers, the Heart Throb Chinese Dogwood also produces edible fruits which are crisp, sweet and can be used in baking and cooking. This tree is a worthwhile addition to any landscape; it is an easy-to-maintain, low-maintenance and disease-resistant species that can stay beautiful for many years.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Grafting Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Air Layering Propagation,Tissue Culture
Hardiness Zone:
5
Flowers:
White to pinkish (bracts) Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Fruits:
pink Fruits Ready In Summer
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
watering
Heart Throb Chinese Dogwood should be watered deeply but infrequently. Water when the top 3 to 4 inches of soil have dried, typically once or twice a week during the growing season. During prolonged hot or dry periods, the plant may need more frequent watering. Reduce the watering frequency in winter or when the plant enters a period of dormancy.
sunlight
The Heart Throb Chinese Dogwood requires full sun to partial shade for optimal growth. It should receive 4-6 hours of direct sunlight each day, preferably morning or late afternoon sun, as midday sun may be too intense for the plant. This plant species should be placed in an area with a good amount of sun, but that is not constantly exposed to intense midday sun.
pruning
Heart Throb Chinese Dogwoods should be pruned in early spring, before new growth begins. This plant benefits from light pruning to retain its naturally attractive shape. Branches should be pruned back to a pair of buds, when possible. Dead and diseased branches should be removed and all crossing branches should be removed. If necessary, selective pruning can be done to open up the center of the shrub to increase light penetration. Pruning should be kept moderate, and no more than 1-third of the canopy should be trimmed off in any season.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Harvest Fruit
The best time to start harvesting the fruits from the species Cornus kousa 'Heart Throb' is in July and August.
