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Cornus florida 'Pygmaea'
Also Known As
- Pygmaea Eastern Dogwood
- Pygmaea Flowering Dogwood
Plant type
tree
size
- H: 6'-10'
- W: 6'-12'
planting zones
- 5a-8b
Cornus florida 'Pygmaea' plant details
Cornus florida 'Pygmaea' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, alkaline, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Cornus florida 'Pygmaea'
- Plant type: tree
- Plant family: cornaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 6 FT - 12 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Cornus florida 'Pygmaea'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
By: Whitman Farms
Garden photo gallery of Cornus florida 'Pygmaea'
Gardening facts about Cornus florida 'Pygmaea' plant
How to Grow Cornus florida 'Pygmaea'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- acidic
- alkaline
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
Tree
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 8'-12'
Width: 8'-12'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - occasional
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 6'-10'
Width: 6'-20'
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Tree
Zones
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Size
Height: 15'-25'
Width: 15'-25'
- sun - dappled shade
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Plant Type
Tree
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 15'-25'
Width: 15'-25'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular
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Plant Type
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Zones
5a-9b
Size
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Width: 6'-8'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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