Cornus florida 'Rubra'
Native Pink Dogwood
With abundant soft pink flowers, this variety stands out in the landscape and is always a favorite choice. Not quite as cold hardy as most of the white flowered varieties.
The flowers produce pollen and nectar and the berries are favored by wintering birds.
- Deciduous, flowering tree
- Pink flower bracts
- Broadly, pyramidal habit
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Fall |
Foliage
| • | Deciduous |
Growth Rate
| • | Moderate |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Spring |
Soil Moisture
| • | Well-Drained |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Attributes
| • | Border or Bed |
| • | Fall Color |
| • | Focal Point |
| • | Low Maintenance |
| • | Native |
| • | Naturalizing |
| • | Specimen |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Cornus florida 'Rubra'
Prefers acidic, well-drained soil with organic matter. Does not like dry, hot soil so mulch to retain moisture and cool roots. Partial shade is best.