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Flowering Dogwood, Eastern Dogwood

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Steve Mullany, Connon N.

 

Description

As a deciduous tree, this dogwood has a rounded form and a horizontal branching pattern. It produces very dense flowering in May as well asin the fall. The fruit appears in clusters of scarlet oval.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree

 

Height Range

6-12', 12-25'

 

Flower Color

Pink, White

 

Flower Season

Spring, Fall

 

Leaf Color

Green, Light Green

 

Bark Color

Grey

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Half, Shade

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Moderate, Slow

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

 

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Formal, Meadow, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Showy Flowers, Silhouette, Specimen, Standard

 

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Fall

 

Location Uses

Background, Lawn, Patio

 

Special Uses

Small Spaces

 

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Check soil moisture below the surface with a soil probe or large screwdriver, trowel or shovel. Don't assume the plants need water just because the soil surface looks dry.