Cornus florida
Flowering or Eastern Dogwood
Description
20-30'+ tall, and a horizontal branching pattern, often wider than its height. Flowering Dogwood, flowers densely in May and again in the fall. The spring fruit appears as clusters. Good air circulation is required. scarlet oval scarlet oval 'Cherokee Princess' & 'Cloud Nine' are pure white flowering selections. 'Stellar Pink' is a pink flowering cultivar.
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
Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid
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:
Make sure ponds and water features aren't leaking, splash out is minimized, and water for streams and waterfalls is recirculated.
Keeping water surface areas small and partially shaded will also reduce evaporation.