Cornus florida 'Autumn Gold'

Also Known As

Autumn Gold Florida Dogwood

Plant type

tree

size

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

planting zones

5a-9b

Cornus florida 'Autumn Gold' plant details

Cornus florida 'Autumn Gold' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by pink and 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 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 'Autumn Gold'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cornus florida 'Autumn Gold'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This native dogwood is UNIQUE in its yellow-orange bark (winter interest) and in its gold-to-orange-red fall color; lovely, somewhat smaller white flowers are followed by bird-loved, red fruit in fall. PSh/M/acid

By: Forestfarm

Garden photo gallery of Cornus florida 'Autumn Gold'

By: Forestfarm

By: Forestfarm

Gardening facts about Cornus florida 'Autumn Gold' plant

How to Grow Cornus florida 'Autumn Gold'

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