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Cornus florida 'Rubra'
Pink Flowering Dogwood
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Description
Like the 'Alba' variety, this small, deciduous tree has branches that grow in beautiful horizontal planes. The leaves are oval, 2-5" long, and bright green in color. Its flowers are pink to rose-colored. The coloring of the fall foliage is especially beautiful.
Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Acid
Adverse Factors
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
In shrub areas, convert from spray sprinklers to bubbler or drip systems that apply water directly to roots.
Occasionally check the soil's moisture level around shrubs before and after watering to determine if watering times are appropriate.