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Red Dogwood
Pickup available at 1540 Gordon Road
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Cornus florida var. rubra
The Red Dogwood is a beautiful ornamental tree admired for its rosy red to deep pink spring blossoms, lush green summer foliage, rich red-purple fall color, and clusters of bright berries that attract birds. Growing around 20–25 feet tall, it’s a standout specimen tree that adds year-round beauty to the landscape.
USDA Zones: 5-9
Plant Specifications
Height
20-25 feet
Spread
20-25 feet
Bloom Color
Red or Pink
Planting and Care Tips
Plant
Choose a well-drained, slightly acidic site. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and equal depth. Place the tree, spread roots gently, backfill with native soil, water well, and apply mulch around the base to protect roots and hold moisture.
Feed
Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (such as 10-10-10) in early spring before new growth starts. Avoid excess fertilizer, which can harm roots.
Water
Keep soil consistently moist, especially during the first 1–2 years. Water deeply once a week during dry spells. Dogwoods are shallow-rooted, so they benefit from mulch to retain moisture.
Prune
Best done in late fall or winter while dormant. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches, keeping the tree’s natural shape.
Exposure
Partial Shade