Dogwood anthracnose may be the biggest concern with growing Flowering Dogwood. Infection is favored by cool, wet spring or fall weather. Drought and stressed trees appear to be most affected, as are those at higher elevations. Trees on the coastal plain may be much less likely to become affected.

flowering dogwood: Cornus florida (Cornales: Cornaceae): Invasive Plant Atlas of the United States.

Dogwood trees, Cornus florida and Cornus kousa, prefer an organically-rich, fertile soil that is moist but must be well drained. They do not like wet feet. Constantly soggy or wet soil is a killer.

Why should you start shopping for a dogwood tree? ... Although you'll still need the services of a tree expert from time to time, you won't want to have to deal with constant maintenance for a messy tree. Flowering dogwoods are relatively tidy and low-maintenance, and typically require only occasional pruning.. . . . .364011234355!]0000000000000009783314146192!]