Cornus florida 'Sunset' PP06305

Also Known As

Cornus florida 'Cherokee Sunset'
Cherokee Sunset Variegated Flowering Dogwood

Plant type

tree

size

H: 20'
W: 20'

planting zones

5a-8b

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Cornus florida 'Sunset' PP06305 plant details

Cornus florida 'Sunset' PP06305 is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous tree with gold, green and variegated foliage. In spring pink and red flowers emerge followed by red fruit. 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 'Sunset' PP06305

Plant type: tree
Plant family: cornaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 20 FT wide, 20 FT tall
Flowers: pink and red blooms in spring
Uses: fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cornus florida 'Sunset' PP06305

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

Outstanding color all season on this vigorous, disease-resistant 15-20' tree. Foliage emerges in spring creamy variegated and pink-tipped before deepening to deep green with golden-yellow edges. The dark, rosy-pink flowers (bracts) create an amazing contrast to the flamboyant leaves. The show continues into fall when the leaves change to pink-to-purple-to-red. This upright spreading tree is also heat-resistant; a real find! S-PSh/M PP6305