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Cornus walteri

Also Known As

  • Walter's Dogwood Tree

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 35'-40'
  • W: 20'

planting zones

  • 5a

Cornus walteri plant details

Cornus walteri is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - bright shade and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cornus walteri

Plant type: tree
Plant family: cornaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 20 FT wide, 35 FT - 40 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: distinctive bark

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cornus walteri

USDA Zones: 5a - 5a
Sun exposure: mostly sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An attractive multi-stem tree usually growing to around 35 or 40 feet tall and 20 feet wide, Walter's Dogwood features attractive alligator-skin bark on mature trees and white flowers in the spring and early summer. The leaves have very visible veins that give the leaves a frilled appearance that dance in the wind.
Walter's Dogwood trees will grow in more sun than most other dogwood species but still appreciates some afternoon shade in very hot climates. Trees will do best when given well drained soil and medium water through the summer.

Gardening facts about Cornus walteri plant

How to Grow Cornus walteri

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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