Dogwood, Pink Kousa

Tree Care:

Planting:
- Choose well-drained soil and partial to full sun.
- Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and at the same depth.
- Water deeply during planting.

Watering:
- Keep soil consistently moist, especially during the establishment phase.
- Water deeply and infrequently.
- Apply mulch for moisture retention.

Fertilizing:
- Use slow-release fertilizer in spring.
- Avoid excessive fertilization.

Pruning:
- Maintain shape and remove dead branches.
- Lightly prune in late winter.

Mulching:
- Apply mulch around the base to conserve moisture and control weeds.
- Keep mulch away from the trunk.

Pest and Disease Control:
- Monitor for pests and diseases.
- Apply controls as needed.
- Maintain garden cleanliness.

Flowering and Fruit:
- Enjoy pink to red flowers in late spring.
- Note that the fruit is not typically for human consumption.

Winter Care:
- Protect from winter damage.
- Wrap trunk and prune in late winter.

Tree Description:

Size and Shape:
- Small to medium-sized tree with a rounded, spreading canopy.

Leaves:
- Medium-sized, broadly oval, dark green leaves turning red in the fall.

Flowers:
- Spring blooms of small, fragrant, bright pink to reddish-pink flowers.

Fruit:
- Produces small, red berry-like fruits not typically for human consumption but for wildlife.

Hardiness:
- Hardy in USDA zones 5 to 8.

Landscape Use:
- Ornamental tree for gardens and landscapes, offering year-round interest.