.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Rutgers Hybrid Dogwood Cornus kousa 'Starlight' - Single Description A deciduous shrub featuring showy white flowers in late spring, vibrant foliage in fall, and a compact growth habit suitable for various garden settings. Suggested Uses Ideal for entryways, small gardens, specimen planting, and as part of shrub borders or landscape accents. Plant Details Botanical Name: Rutgers Hybrid Dogwood Cornus kousa 'Starlight' - Single Common Name: Rutgers Hybrid Dogwood Size & Growth: Typically 6-8 ft tall and wide with a slow to moderate growth rate. Hardiness Zones: 5-8 Foliage Type: Deciduous Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Moderately Pet Warning: Mildly toxic if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Yes Grows Well With: Ferns, Hostas, Azaleas Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in a location with full sun to part shade. Water regularly during initial establishment. Soil Moisture: Consistent moisture, avoid waterlogging Soil Type: Slightly acidic, loamy soil preferred Humidity: Average室 Pruning Instructions: Remove dead or crossing branches after flowering to maintain shape. Winter Care: Mulch around the base and protect from harsh winds in colder zones. Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery container. Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer early spring and after flowering. Special Care: Ensure adequate mulch and monitor watering in hot, dry periods.