Cornus florida | |
WHITE Dogwood | |
Feed in March and November with Hollytone. Re-mulch in November and June. Deep soak with Miracid every 2 weeks the first two summers after planting. Remove any suckers that sprout below the graft. Spray with Horticultural Oil insecticide in March. | |
Excellent patio or shade tree | |
Partial shade, well drained acidic soil | |
The best small native understory tree for shady spots. White flowers in May. | |
May | |
Clusters of white flowers | |
30' x 20' | |
25-35' | |
Wide spreading deciduous tree | |
Medium | |
Part Shade | |
-20 to -10 deg. F | |
Keep moist | |
Red berries in late summer to fall | |
Red fall foliage |