Planting and Caring for a Cornelian Cherry Dogwood Hedge
If you’re looking for an attractive shrub to plant in your garden, consider Cornelian Cherry Dogwood (Cornus mas). With its bright yellow flowers and glossy leaves, this deciduous shrub is perfect for adding color and texture to any outdoor space. But before you can enjoy it in all its glory, you’ll need to know how to properly plant and care for your new hedge. Read on to learn more! Planting Your Dogwood Hedge When planting your Cornus mas, make sure the soil is moist but well-drained—the soil should not be too wet or too dry. Plant your hedge in an area that gets full sun; it will do best with at least 8 hours of sunlight per day. When planting your dogwoods, dig a hole that is twice as wide as the root ball of the shrub; this allows room for the roots to spread out and also helps prevent overcrowding. Cover the hole with soil, but do not pack it down; leave a slight depression around the base of each bush so that water does not run off. For optimal growth, space each bush at ...