Tree Profiles: Kousa Dogwood, Part 2 (Cornus kousa)
This the second of a two part series on Kousa dogwood. The following describes propagation methods for Kousa dogwood, the tree’s root system, preferred soil types, cultivars, damaging agents and…
This the second of a two part series on Kousa dogwood. The following describes propagation methods for Kousa dogwood, the tree’s root system, preferred soil types, cultivars, damaging agents and…
This is the first of a two part series on Kousa dogwood. The following examines the tree’s distribution & habitat, developmental traits, longevity, height, bark, leaves, flowers, and fruit. Introduction…
Introduction Ink spot (Ciborinia whetzelli) is a disease caused by the fungal pathogen, Ciborinia whetzelli. It is a common disease of aspen. The pathogen induces the formation of ink spots…
This is the final part of a series on summer tree diseases. This article examines Scleroderris canker, and sooty mold. Introduction During the summer months, plants are in the midst…
This is the tenth part of a series on summer tree diseases. This article examines pine-oak gall rust, and pine-pine gall rust. Introduction During the summer months, plants are in…
This is the ninth part of a series on summer tree diseases. This article examines Lophodermium needle cast, and Nectria canker. Introduction During the summer months, plants are in the…
This is the eighth part of a series on summer tree diseases. This article examines Elytroderma needle cast, and honey fungus. Introduction During the summer months, plants are in the…
This is the seventh part of a series on summer tree diseases. This article examines Dutch elm disease. Introduction During the summer months, plants are in the midst of their…
This is the sixth part of a series on summer tree diseases. This article examines dogwood anthracnose, and Dothistroma needle blight. Introduction During the summer months, plants are in the…
This is the fifth part of a series on summer tree diseases. This article examines canker diseases, and crown gall. Introduction During the summer months, plants are in the midst…