April Plant of the Month
Mock Orange or English Dogwood
This is another great shrub for east Texas. When it’s blooming it’s spectacular.
Family: Hydrangeaceae (hy-drain-jee-AY-see-ee) Species: coronarius (kor-oh-NAR-ee-us)
Category: Shrub Height: 8-10 ft. Spacing: 6-8 ft. Hardiness: USDA Zone 4a to 8b Sun Exposure: Partial shade-needs some sun to bloom well Bloom Color: White/Near White-last about 3 weeks Bloom Time: Late spring/Early summer Foliage: Deciduous Other details: Average water needs; flowers are fragrant Soil pH requirements: 6.1 (mildly acidic) to 8.5 (alkaline) Propagation Methods: By dividing the rootball, from woody stem cuttings, or by simple layering Seed Collecting: Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds |
