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Cornus florida /Flowering Dogwood
Specimen lawn tree
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Scientific Name:
Cornus florida
Common Name:
Flowering Dogwood
Plant Type:
Deciduous
Leaf Type:
Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone:
6, 7, 8, 9
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Height:
15-20 feet
Spread:
15 - 20 feet
Bloom time:
Spring
Flower color:
White
Fruit present:
Fall
Fruit color:
Red
Light Exposure:
Sun, Part Sun
Drainage:
Well drained, Moist
Rate of Growth:
Moderate
Water Requirement:
Medium
Maintenance Level:
Low
Susceptible to insects
and diseases:
Yes
Comments:
Grows best in part shade, particularly in afternoon. At the top of the list for small flowering tree with its showy white flowers, strong horizontal branching, bright red fruit and rich fall color. Leaf diseases, canker, and root rots are common to this dogwood. Question the wisdom of using this tree in places where the anthracnose disease problem is a serious threat.