Cornus florida
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.
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
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.