Cornus florida

Cornus florida

Flowering Dogwood

Native Flowering Dogwood has distinctive white flowers, three inches in diameter, bloom from mid-April to mid-May on horizontal branches. Clusters of glossy red fruit in fall persist into winter and are relished by birds. Consistent deep red fall leaf color. Flowering Dogwood is best grown as an understory tree or in an area with some shade. Flowering Dogwood is the state tree for Missouri.

White spring flower clusters
Popular native with great fall color
Provides food and cover for watchable wildlife

Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Extremely sensitive to excess site moisture. Be sure site is well-drained.

Height:

15-30 Feet

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Spread:

15-30 Feet

Hardiness Zone:

5-9

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Characteristics & Attributes
Exposure
Part Shade to Full Shade
Habit
Deciduous
Landscape Use
Tree
Water Needs
Low