The Red Flowering Dogwood Tree is a gorgeous tree to have as an addition to any yard. It is very easy to plant and take care of. You will look forward to the different season just to see what your Red Flowering Dogwood Tree will do. During spring your tree will display pink or red spring flowers that last well into the blooming season. This tree keeps giving when other trees have already stopped. During fall the Red Flowering Dogwood Tree has absolutely gorgeous fall foliage colors.
Because the Red Flowering Dogwood Tree offers colors virtually all year around this tree is one of the most popular trees to use as a specimen tree in your yard. You can plant this tree anywhere; it grows in many different soil types and climates. This tree is excellent to use in shady areas, where many trees will not grow.
Do not wait until next spring to plant the Red Flowering Dogwood Tree; as long as you give it plenty of water you can plant it any time of the year.
Zone - 5-9
Mature Height: 20-25 ft.
Mature Width: 20-25 ft.
Growth/Year: 1-2 ft.
Sunlight: Full to Partial Sun
Soil Conditions: Very Adaptable, Drought Tolerant
Botanical Name: Cornus Floridus