Life Span
Perennial
Perennial
Origin
North America, United States, Northeastern United States, Mid-Atlantic United States, Southeastern United States, North-Central United States, Canada
Northeastern United States, Mid-Atlantic United States, North-Central United States, Central United States, Canada
Types
Chinese kousa dogwood, Blue Shadow kousa, Weaver's Weeping dogwood
it is a type of birch
Number of Varieties
Not Available
Habitat
gardens, Near ponds, Wet Woods
Hillside, Mountain tops
USDA Hardiness Zone
4-8
4-7
Sunset Zone
2a, 2b, 3a, 3b, 4, 5, 6
A3, 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3a, 3b, 4, 5, 6, 7, 14, 15, 16
Habit
Spreading
Pyramidal
Flower Color
White, Ivory
Light Yellow, Light Green
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Fruit Color
Purple, Black
Bronze, Sandy Brown
Leaf Color in Spring
Green
Green, Dark Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Green
Dark Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Burgundy
Yellow
Leaf Color in Winter
Not Available
Not Available
Plant Season
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Sunlight
Partial Sun, Partial shade
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Growth Rate
Medium
Medium
Type of Soil
Clay, Loam
Clay, Loam
The pH of Soil
Acidic
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Drainage
Well drained
Average
Bloom Time
Late Spring, Early Summer
Early Spring
Tolerances
Cold climate, Soil Compaction
Not Available
Where to Plant?
Ground
Ground
How to Plant?
Seedlings, Stem Cutting
Seedlings
Plant Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Watering Requirements
Allow to dry out slightly between watering, occasional watering once established
Average Water Needs, Do Not over Water
In Summer
Lots of watering
Lots of watering
In Spring
Moderate
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type
Loam, Moist, Well drained
Clay, Loam
Soil Drainage Capacity
Well drained
Average
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun, Partial shade
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Pruning
Prune if you want to improve plant shape, Prune lower leaves, Prune once the plant is tall enough
Prune to half of its height
Fertilizers
Fertilize in early spring, Mulch
All-Purpose Liquid Fertilizer, fertilize twice a year
Pests and Diseases
Crown rot, Leaf spot, Red blotch, Whiteflies
Borers, Chlorosis
Plant Tolerance
Humidity, Light Frost
Not Available
Flowers
Showy
Insignificant
Flower Petal Number
Single
Not Available
Fragrant Bark/Stem
No
Yes
Showy Bark
Not Available
Yes
Foliage Texture
Medium
Medium
Foliage Sheen
Glossy
Matte
Attracts
Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Squirrels
Not Available
Allergy
allergic conjunctivitis, Headache, Pollen
Respiratory problems, Skin rash
Aesthetic Uses
Beautification, Cottage Garden, Showy Purposes
Landscape Designing, Showy Purposes
Beauty Benefits
For treating wrinkles, Makes teeth white, Making cosmetics, Skin cleanser
Not Available
Environmental Uses
Forms dense stands, Nesting sites for birds, Shadow Tree, soil stabilisation
Air purification, Shelter for wildlife
Medicinal Uses
Acne, Antibiotic, Appetite enhancer, Cough, Diuretic, Emollient, Nutrients, Weight loss
No Medicinal Use
Part of Plant Used
Bark, Flowers, Fruits, Leaves
Bark, Sap
Other Uses
Application in Handicrafts, Decoration Purposes, Grown for shade, Used as Ornamental plant
Edible syrup, used for making charcoal, Used for making wood alcohol, Used in Furniture
Used As Indoor Plant
No
No
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Feature Plant, Foundation, Mixed Border
Feature Plant, Shade Trees
Botanical Name
CORNUS alternifolia
BETULA alleghaniensis
Common Name
Alternate-leaved Dogwood, Pagoda Dogwood
Yellow Birch
In Hindi
Cornus
Yellow Birch
In German
Wechselblättriger Hartriegel
Yellow Birch
In French
Cornus
bouleau jaune
In Spanish
Cornus alternifolia
Abedul amarillo
In Greek
Cornus
κίτρινο Birch
In Portuguese
Cornus
κίτρινο Birch
In Polish
Dereń
żółte brzozy
In Latin
Cornus
Birch flavum
Phylum
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Family
Cornaceae
Betulaceae
Clade
Angiosperms, Asterids, Eudicots
Not Available
Tribe
Not Available
Not Available
Subfamily
Not Available
Not Available
Number of Species
Not Available
Not Available
Season and Care of Pagoda Dogwood and Yellow Birch
Season and care of Pagoda Dogwood and Yellow Birch is important to know. While considering everything about Pagoda Dogwood and Yellow Birch Care, growing season is an essential factor. Pagoda Dogwood season is Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter and Yellow Birch season is Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. The type of soil for Pagoda Dogwood is Clay, Loam and for Yellow Birch is Clay, Loam while the PH of soil for Pagoda Dogwood is Acidic and for Yellow Birch is Acidic, Neutral.
Pagoda Dogwood and Yellow Birch Physical Information
Pagoda Dogwood and Yellow Birch physical information is very important for comparison. Pagoda Dogwood height is 550.00 cm and width 490.00 cm whereas Yellow Birch height is 1,680.00 cm and width 760.00 cm. The color specification of Pagoda Dogwood and Yellow Birch are as follows:
Pagoda Dogwood flower color: White and Ivory
Pagoda Dogwood leaf color: Green
Yellow Birch flower color: Light Yellow and Light Green
- Yellow Birch leaf color: Green and Dark Green
Care of Pagoda Dogwood and Yellow Birch
Care of Pagoda Dogwood and Yellow Birch include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Pagoda Dogwood pruning is done Prune if you want to improve plant shape, Prune lower leaves and Prune once the plant is tall enough and Yellow Birch pruning is done Prune to half of its height. In summer Pagoda Dogwood needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Yellow Birch needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water.