Trees, Shrubs and Conifers: dogwood troubles, 2 by laurawege

laurawege wrote:
I have a lovely dogwood my sons gave me for my birthday almost 5 years ago. it has a nice shape but its flowers seem stunted they are not those billowing flowers I had hoped for . Whats wrong ? does anyone have insight as to what is happening here ? I am sure its getting enough sun and the leaves look fine although in the extreme heat they brown a bit , I don't think that is unusual . is it missing a nutrient ? does it have a bug or disease ? I can't figure it out any insight will be most appreciated