Cornus florida

Flowering Dogwood

Cornus florida - Flowering Dogwood

Tips for Homeowners:

Remove dead branches as they occur. Avoid planting in regions with high humidity, heavy shade or in areas with poor air circulation.  Flowering Dogwood is an understory tree and prefers a moist well-drained soil.

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This popular tree is grown for its flowers as a sure sign that spring is here, plus the vibrant fall foliage and fruit help to extend the season well into winter.

  • Showy, white color in April
  • Glossy red fruit in fall
  • Vibrant, red fall foliage color

Flowering Dogwood is an understory tree and prefers a moist well-drained soil.

Height: 15-30 ft
Spread: 15-30 ft
Zone: 5-9
Color: White

Interesting Notes about Flowering Dogwood:

The flowers on the native Dogwood are actually greenish-yellow clusters that are above modified leaves called bracts. The bracts are the showy part of the bloom period and will last at least 2-3 weeks in the spring. Glossy red berries will follow, and these attract both birds and other wildlife.


Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes:

  • Great Foliage
  • Winter Interest
  • Fall Color
  • Native
  • Focal Point
  • Attractive fruit
  • Naturalizing
  • Mass Planting
  • Spring Bloomer
  • Cut Flower/ Foliage
  • Specimen

Foliage Color:

  • Green
  • Red

Exposure:

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Sun

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Songbirds

Habit:

  • Upright

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Spring

Season of Interest (Foliage):

  • Fall
  • Summer

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water