Some of the most common afflictions include powdery mildew, leaf spots, and dogwood anthracnose. Several diseases can also affect Cherokee brave dogwood trees. Dogwood borers are most likely to affect trees that have recently received a wound, and that tendency is why you should not prune this tree in the spring and summer when borers are active. One of the greatest threats to dogwood trees is the dogwood borer. When pruning, be careful not to remove too many buds, as this will diminish the following season’s blooms. Pruning during active growth can cause this plant to bleed sap and can leave it susceptible to pests such as borers. It is best to prune a Cherokee brave dogwood tree in the late fall or winter, when it is dormant. However, pruning to remove dead, diseased, or broken branches remains a beneficial practice. In most cases, dogwood trees will take on a pleasant form and grow to a manageable size without pruning. The Cherokee brave dogwood also requires acidic soil. To ensure that is the case, use a nitrogen-rich fertilizer about twice per year. The soil in which this plant lives should have good drainage and adequate nutrients. What’s most important is keeping the soil consistently moist. During droughts, you can increase the water you give this plant as needed. You should give your Cherokee brave dogwood tree water once per week for most of the active growing season. Generally, it is best to conduct planting in the spring. Backfill with healthy soil and provide plenty of water. When planting, dig a hole that is twice as wide as the plant’s root ball and about as deep as the root ball’s height. However, a full sunlight location may be suitable if you live in a colder region.

To plant a Cherokee brave dogwood tree, you’ll need to find a location that receives about four hours of sunlight per day.

By John Haryasz | Horticulture Writer and Landscape Designer – last update on February 28, 2022

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