Cornus florida |
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Flowering Dogwood, Eastern Dogwood |
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.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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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.