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Silky dogwood, is a deciduous shrub found in moist, lowland conditions. The silky dogwood can reach up to 12 feet in height, blooming in the mid-summer months with its distinctive yellowy white flower. The seedlings of this shrub need to be placed in wet, but well-drained, soils. The seedlings will survive in partial sunlight but are the best set in partial, to nearly full, shade.

For cultivation purposes, the silky dogwood seedlings should be planted with several inches of mulch, shading roots from the summer heat, and preventing moisture evaporation. The branches of the growing shrub will need trimming. They are prone to droop towards the ground where they can take root, forming dense thickets. In the late summer, usually around August, the flowers of the silky dogwood transform into pearly, blue drupes that resemble berries. The berries aren't for human consumption but are a feast for bird-lovers, attracting an assortment of avian friends. The silk dogwood seedlings aren't known for their decorative or ornamental qualities, but are a great addition to wetland vistas, and are helpful in combatting the erosive nature of streams and ponds.

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The veins of the dogwood's leaves have a distinct and noticeable curve, as well. This shrub isn't known for its vibrant fall colors but in specific regions can take on a burgundy tint in late autumn, before losing its leaves. The back of the shrub's leaves, lined with a velvety layer of hair, gives this dogwood its silky reputation. The reddish stems and branches to add a small dose of color to the dogwood's appearance.

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At that point, the hearty dogwood will usually thrive on its own.

Dogwood Trees 

Dogwood Trees are among the most common trees that grow in almost every state. They often have blooms on them in the spring and summer, but you'll usually notice leaves on Dogwood Trees even during the fall season before the leaves turn to a brilliant red or purple. When the tree showcases its colors in the spring, you'll see white flowers that can sometimes appear light pink. These flowers are often one of the first signs that spring is arriving. 

 There isn't a lot of care involved with Dogwood Trees. They are happy with sunlight and don't require a lot of water in order to grow and display their flowers. Dogwood Trees can grow quickly from the time that they planted, especially if they are in an area that sees heavy amounts of rainfall. They often grow in zones 5 to 9 and can reach about 25 feet tall if they are not pruned back. The diameter of the trunk can span up to 12 inches depending on the nutrition that it receives. Dogwood Trees tend to grow about a foot a year and begin blooming in April or May. Branches of the tree grow in a rounded fashion to give the tree a circular appearance once the flowers bloom.