Flowering dogwood (Cornus florida)
Flowering dogwood, also known as Flowering cornel
The Flowering Dogwood (Cornus florida) is a beloved North American tree, celebrated for its expansive canopy and abundant spring blossoms. The white or pink "flowers" are actually composed of four oval-shaped bracts surrounding a cluster of small yellow true flowers. Thanks to its ornamental canopy, vibrant spring blooms, and striking red leaves and berries in the fall, it stands out as the most popular native tree in U.S. gardens.
Key Facts About Flowering dogwood
Attributes of Flowering dogwood
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Height
6 m to 10 m
Spread
8 m
Leaf Color
Green Red Purple Yellow Variegated
Flower Size
7 cm to 10 cm
Flower Color
White Pink Green
Scientific Classification of Flowering dogwood
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Cornales
Family
Dogwood
Genus
Dogwoods
Species
Flowering dogwood