Dogwood, Flowering "White"
At a Glance
Latin Name: Cornus florida
Other common names: flowering dogwood, dogwood, American dogwood
Zones: 5-9
Mature Height: 15-40 ft spreads 12-20 ft. Medium growth rate of 13-24″ per year.
Climate: likes moist, rich soils.
Soil: Can tolerate sun or shade. Can be susceptible to frost damage in the northern half of Michigan’s lower peninsula.
Notes: Often used as an ornamental. Dark green wedge-shaped leaves that turn rose, to scarlet and violet in autumn. Flowers are small yellowing clusters surrounded by white petals. Berries are scarlet colored.
Wildlife: Very wide range of wildlife rely on the fruit. Birds include turkey, ruffed grouse, bobwhite, a variety of woodpeckers, and many others.
-Wetland tolerant, preferred habitat
-Spring planting best, fall planting/transplanting not recommended
-Provides habitat for ruffed grouse, cottontail, turkey, quail and bees
Bare Root Purchase Size: 2-3 ft.
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