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Cornus florida 'Grand Scarlet'

Also Known As

  • Grand Scarlet Eastern Dogwood

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 15'-20'
  • W: 15'-20'

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

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Cornus florida 'Grand Scarlet' plant details

Cornus florida 'Grand Scarlet' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring pink and red flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cornus florida 'Grand Scarlet'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: cornaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 FT - 20 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and red blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cornus florida 'Grand Scarlet'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One of the deepest dark pink-red flowers of the florida dogwoods out there! Large bracts cover this 15-30' tree in late-spring making it quite a show! Deep-green foliage, persistent red fruits and gorgeous scarlet fall color all add to the pretty picture. This would make a lovely focal point; this cultivar is quite study and healthy too! S-PSh/M
This is the darkest red flower I have ever seen on a florida dogwood and it is so healthy! What's with that?

Gardening facts about Cornus florida 'Grand Scarlet' plant

How to Grow Cornus florida 'Grand Scarlet'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • red
  • Wildlife

    • birds
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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