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Scientific Name: Cornus x rutgersensis 'Rutcan'

Also Known As

  • Cornus rutgersensis 'Constellation'
  • Cornus rutgersensis Constellation®
  • Constellation Flowering Dogwood

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 18'-25'
  • W: 15'-20'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Cornus x rutgersensis Constellation™ PP07210 plant details

Cornus x rutgersensis Constellation™ PP07210 is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cornus x rutgersensis Constellation™ PP07210

Plant type: tree
Plant family: cornaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 FT - 20 FT - wide, 18 FT - 25 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, fall color, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cornus x rutgersensis Constellation™ PP07210

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The lovely and unusual white flower bracts of this somewhat more upright 20' tree are separated, giving it an uncommon ethereal look; it's beautiful in spring with its blooms and again in fall when it turns shades of purple and red; resistant to anthracnose and dogwood borer. S-PSh/M PPatent7210
An impressive floral display of white flower bracts appear in late spring to early summer. A vigorous, fully branched small tree from bottom to top. Great for small gardens or woodland settings. Highly disease resistant. Deciduous.
Earlier to flower than Aurora and other Rutgers hybrids, but after the mass of Cornus florida are already finished. Disease resistant; to 20 feet at maturiry.

Gardening facts about Cornus x rutgersensis Constellation™ PP07210 plant

How to Grow Cornus x rutgersensis Constellation™ PP07210

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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