Is there anything I should do with the limbs of the tree because they are hanging downward because there are a lot of berries on the tree. I tried shaking the branches to dislodge some of the berries but not enough fell off
This can be normal, or it can signify that the tree is getting too much shade. If you cannot give the tree more sun, then there is nothing that will need to be done from here.
Here is an article that will help you to grow these: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/dogwood/caring-dogwood-trees.htm
The disease involved almost all the leaves. The sample picture is attached. Thank you.
This is very difficult to treat. Here is an article that will help you to get started: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/dogwood/dogwood-blight-control.htm
Hi. In mid-May I planted a dogwood tree at the front of my house after losing a tree in a storm. The space is open with no shade. I have now noticed that at times the leaves appear to be curling on themselves and in some instances have a "rust"- like hue and are not dark green. It has been raining quite a bit and I do water the plant regularly so I do not think it is for lack of water. The plant somehow does not appear to be OK. Am I being overly anxious? Am I not watering it enough? Is there anything I can or need to do? Attached are some photos of the leaves. Thanks for your help. Ron
It could be stressed due to the full sun location. Dogwoods are typically understory trees and do best in a part shade location. When planted in full sun, they do need more watering. Reddish leaves are a sign of insufficient water. Here is more:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/dogwood/caring-dogwood-trees.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/dogwood/common-dogwood-problems.htm
the young dogwood was grown from an arbor day foundation start.
It depends on the reason that it died. If this was from an infection, then it will likely kill the same type of tree. IF this was not infection related, then you can plant in the same area.
This article will help you to care for Dogwood Trees: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/dogwood/caring-dogwood-trees.htm
Leaves seem healthy; need to know if branches will grow out.
Yes, the branches may grow out, in time, if growth is supported with good soil fertility and water management. Drastic pruning, however, can weaken a tree and make it more susceptible to pests and disease.
Dogwoods don't normally require much pruning, so hopefully your tree will survive the excessive trim. You should never remove more than 1/3 of a tree or shrub at one time.
Here are pruning tips for the future:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/dogwood/trimming-dogwood-trees.htm
I need to prune a few branches from my cherry dogwood tree. I thought I read to do it in late fall so as not to allow bugs into sappy ends. Now I'm reading to do it in spring; one says after blossoms, one says before. Now I'm not sure when to prune! I live in southeast Michigan
Pruning in the dormant season is recommended a dogwoods bleed sap if pruned after spring bloom. This is for normal pruning to shape a tree. The best time to remove diseased, damaged and dying wood is immediately to prevent disease or pests from invading other limbs. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/dogwood/trimming-dogwood-trees.htm
It's around 5'tall and has buds that are opening with white flowers...we had a freeze this morning; plants are still in original pot in my home
Since it is flowering I would not plant it now. Do you have a garage with a window or someplace cool that doesn't freeze? If you can hold it over to spring, get it out right after the last frost date.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/dogwood/red-twig-dogwood-care.htm