Cornus wilsoniana, called ghost dogwood or Wilson's dogwood, is species of Cornus native to central and southeastern China. Typically growing to 5 to 10 m, though rarely reaching 40 m, this tree features leaves with white undersides, profuse white flowers in May, and striking grey-green mottled bark on mature specimens. The purplish-black fruit is harvested for vegetable oil, the leaves are used for fodder, and the timber is valued for making tools and furniture. Its well-shaped crown and attractive bark have led to proposals for its development as a street tree.
Wilson's dogwood has strong resistance to disease and is typically not susceptible to illnesses. In terms of care, this plant is fairly low maintenance. When grown outdoors it needs little watering, and larger plants usually do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be pruned after they finish blooming. Wilson's dogwood is appropriate for anyone with outdoor space, such as a garden or deck, and does not demand much experience in plant care.
How to keep Cornus Wilsoniana.
Light
The Wilson's dogwood flourishes when it receives a lot of light, but it can still survive in shaded conditions. This tendency is associated with its natural environment that had a significant amount of sunlight. Both too much or too little light can interfere with its robust development, causing the leaves to turn pale or impede its growth, respectively.
Temperature
The dogwood species native to Wilson's region prosper ideally in temperate climates. Its optimal temperature range for survival is between 41 and 95 °F (5 to 35 ℃). If the temperatures deviate from this spectrum, changes adapted to the seasons might be required.
Fertilizer
The timing for feeding Wilson's dogwood is critical. Begin fertilization in the early stages of spring, and maintain it on a monthly basis until the onset of early summer. Fertilizer aids in the creation of beautiful flowers and supplies energy during periods of dormancy and active growth.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Tree
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Hardiness Zone
- 5-9
- Mature Height
- 4.88 m to 12.19 m
- Mature Spread
- 3.66 m to 9.14 m
- Leaf Color
- Green, Gray, Silver
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
- Flower Color
- White
- Flower Size
- 0.51 cm to 0.76 cm
- Bloom Time
- Mid spring, Late spring
- Planting Time
- Spring, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Late summer, Early fall, Mid fall
- Native Area
- China
