Relationship of selected tree characteristics of dogwood trees (Cornus florida L.) to probability of infestation by the dogwood borer, Synanthedon scitula Harris.
| Tree category | No. trees | No. trees with borers | % Infested |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trunk Wounding | |||
| Light | 81 | 33 | 40.7 |
| Moderate | 37 | 25 | 67.6 |
| Severe | 42 | 33 | 78.6 |
| Exposure to Sun | |||
| Full Shade | 23 | 5 | 21.7 |
| Partial Shade | 34 | 17 | 50.0 |
| Full Sun | 103 | 70 | 68.0 |
| Crown dieback | |||
| Light | 96 | 53 | 55.2 |
| Moderate | 32 | 17 | 53.1 |
| Severe | 32 | 23 | 71.9 |
| Color of Bloom | |||
| White | 104 | 53 | 51.0 |
| Pink | 56 | 39 | 69.6 |