Flowering Dogwood

TREE TYPE Dogwood
SCIENTIFIC NAME Cornus florida
SIZE AT MATURITY (H x W) 20ft x 20ft (Small)
PLANTER STRIP SIZE 4 to 6 feet
POWERLINE SUITABLE yes
PARKING LOT SUITABLE  
LOW WATER/DROUGHT TOLERANT  
FIRE SAFE (Noted by OSU or ODF) yes
ATTRACTS WILDLIFE/POLLINATORS yes
NATIVE TO OREGON  
COMMENTS A "four season" tree, from flower to fruit to leaves to winter silhouette. Prefers partial shade and soils that are acidic, well-drained, and consistently moist. Therefore, reserve this for the most hospitable planting under high-voltage powerlines. Or, plant this in your private yard. Features: wildlife, flowers, fall color. Full sun to partial shade. Multiple cultivars available
MORE INFORMATION https://landscapeplants.oregonstate.edu/plants/cornus-florida