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Buy Cornus florida var. urbiniana

Also Known As

Cornus florida subsp. urbiniana
Cornus florida subsp. urbiniana (pringlei)
Cornus urbiniana var. urbiniana
American Dogwood
Mexican Flowering Dogwood

Plant type

tree

size

H: 20'-30'
W: 15'-25'

planting zones

6a-9b

5-6 feet | $326

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Cornus florida var. urbiniana plant details

Cornus florida var. urbiniana is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring and summer cream and white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cornus florida var. urbiniana

Plant type: tree
Plant family: cornaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 FT - 25 FT - wide, 20 FT - 30 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: cutting garden, fall color, showy, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cornus florida var. urbiniana

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Leaves like most American dogwoods though with a slight blue cast. Blooms...like no other!! The typical four white bracts are fused at the ends creating the look of Chinese lanterns hanging throughout the tree. Highly unusual and truly spectacular. The tree originates from the mountain forests of eastern Mexico. Tolerates warm summers as long as it has protection from hot afternoon sun. Medium sized round tree. Filtered to full sun in evenly moist, well-drained soil.