Flowering Dogwood

Cornus Florida

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Overview

The Flowering Dogwood (Cornus florida) is a cherished small deciduous tree that reaches 20-30 feet in height. Noted for its showy, petal-like white or pink bracts in spring, it boasts red-purple autumn leaves and bright red berries. Prefers well-drained, acidic soil and partial sun. Hardy in zones 5-9, it's ideal as a specimen tree or in mixed borders for a four-season appeal. Space trees 15-20 feet apart.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 4–10Climate Temperate

Flowering Dogwood (Cornus Florida) — The Flowering Dogwood (Cornus florida) is a cherished small deciduous tree that reaches 20-30 feet in height

Flowering Dogwood (Cornus Florida) — The Flowering Dogwood (Cornus florida) is a cherished small deciduous tree that reaches 20-30 feet in height

Flowering Dogwood (Cornus Florida) — petal-like white or pink bracts in spring

Flowering Dogwood (Cornus Florida) — it boasts red-purple autumn leaves and bright red berries

Flowering Dogwood (Cornus Florida) — Hardy in zones 5-9, it's ideal as a specimen tree or in mixed borders for a four-season appeal

Flowering Dogwood (Cornus Florida) — Space trees 15-20 feet apart

Flowering Dogwood (Cornus Florida) — scientifically known as Cornus florida

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 4–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Cornaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Flowering Dogwood (Cornus Florida) — Prefers well-drained, acidic soil and partial sun

Flowering Dogwood (Cornus Florida) — The Flowering Dogwood (Cornus florida) is a cherished small deciduous tree that reaches 20-30 feet in height

Flowering Dogwood (Cornus Florida) — petal-like white or pink bracts in spring

Flowering Dogwood (Cornus Florida) — it boasts red-purple autumn leaves and bright red berries

Flowering Dogwood (Cornus Florida) — Hardy in zones 5-9, it's ideal as a specimen tree or in mixed borders for a four-season appeal

Flowering Dogwood (Cornus Florida) — Space trees 15-20 feet apart

Flowering Dogwood (Cornus Florida) — scientifically known as Cornus florida

Flowering Dogwood (Cornus Florida) — is a classic ornamental tree cherished for its year-round beauty

Flowering Dogwood (Cornus Florida) — It thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 5 through 9

Flowering Dogwood (Cornus Florida) — reaching a mature height of 15 to 30 feet with a spread of 15 to 30 feet

Flowering Dogwood (Cornus Florida) — This deciduous tree boasts a moderate growth rate and prefers well-drained

Flowering Dogwood (Cornus Florida) — acidic soils rich in organic matter

Flowering Dogwood (Cornus Florida) — performing best in partial shade to full sun exposure.<br><br>In the spring

Flowering Dogwood (Cornus Florida) — the Flowering Dogwood captivates with its showy bracts - often mistaken for petals - that surround the true

Flowering Dogwood (Cornus Florida) — These bracts are most commonly white but can exhibit hues of pink or red

Flowering Dogwood (Cornus Florida) — Its blossoms not only add ornate value but also attract pollinators to the landscape.<br><br>By autumn

Flowering Dogwood (Cornus Florida) — the tree's foliage transforms into a fiery array of reds and purples

Flowering Dogwood (Cornus Florida) — accompanied by bright red berries that provide nourishment for local bird species

Flowering Dogwood (Cornus Florida) — the berries offer a striking visual contrast against the dark brown

Flowering Dogwood (Cornus Florida) — ridged bark that becomes more textured as the tree matures

Flowering Dogwood (Cornus Florida) — Its horizontal branching structure adds architectural interest

Flowering Dogwood (Cornus Florida) — the Flowering Dogwood is an excellent specimen for residential landscapes

Flowering Dogwood (Cornus Florida) — bringing a layered aesthetic and ecological benefits

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