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Cornus florida 'Sunset'

Family Cornaceae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   5a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level
Height 6 - 12 m (20 - 40 ft)
Spread 7.5 - 11 m (25 - 35 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The tree Cornus florida 'Sunset' (flowering dogwood) bears bright red blossoms during mid spring. The matte foliage is variegated, bright yellow and olive in colour and medium in texture. Cornus florida 'Sunset' (flowering dogwood) bears showy fruit. This plant has showy and scaly bark. A specimen plant, Cornus florida 'Sunset' (flowering dogwood) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, foundation and specimen.
Special Characteristics Birds are attracted to Cornus florida 'Sunset' .