Cornus florida 'Karen's Appalachian Blush' PP13165

Also Known As

Cornus florida 'Appalachian Blush'
Karen's Appalachian Blush Florida Dogwood

Plant type

tree

size

H: 15'-25'
W: 15'-25'

planting zones

5a-9b

Cornus florida 'Karen's Appalachian Blush' PP13165 plant details

Cornus florida 'Karen's Appalachian Blush' PP13165 is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring pink and white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cornus florida 'Karen's Appalachian Blush' PP13165

Plant type: tree
Plant family: cornaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 FT - 25 FT - wide, 15 FT - 25 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring
Uses: fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cornus florida 'Karen's Appalachian Blush' PP13165

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The flower-bracts of this lovely native of Eastern woodland edges are white edged with pink, a sweet combination for a favorite tree; 15-25' selection from Univ of Tenn. S-PSh-Sh/M (not dry)

By: Forestfarm

Gardening facts about Cornus florida 'Karen's Appalachian Blush' PP13165 plant

How to Grow Cornus florida 'Karen's Appalachian Blush' PP13165

Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- acidic
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant