Cornus florida 'Rubra'

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Dogwood, Pink Flowering

 
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Description

Like the 'Alba' variety, this small, deciduous tree has branches that grow in beautiful horizontal planes. The leaves are oval, 2-5" long, and bright green in color. Its flowers are pink to rose-colored. The coloring of the fall foliage is especially beautiful.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree

 

Height Range

6-12', 12-25'

 

Flower Color

Pink

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Half, Shade

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Loam

 

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained, Moist

 

Soil pH

Acid

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Meadow, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Silhouette, Specimen

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring

 

Location Uses

Background, Lawn, Patio

 

Special Uses

n/a

 

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.