NATIVE – Upright spreading tree that produces prolific, white bracts each spring, which become bright red berries. High resistance to dogwood anthracnose. Provide fertile, well-drained soils, and protection from afternoon sun. Attracts birds and butterflies, but is deer resistant. Botanical Name- Cornus florida ‘Appalachian Spring’ Pronunciation- KOR-nus FLOR-ih-duh Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 20 ft Mature Height- 20 ft Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun Soil Preferences- Prefers a moist, well-drained, acidic soil, enriched with peat moss Current Size- 6′ Bloom Color- White Bloom Time- Spring Companion Plants- Hogan’s Western Arborvitae – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies, fruit-eating birds (cardinals, bluebirds) Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – Yearly Care Instructions- Prune after flowering to shape and remove dead wood. Likes partial shade and regular watering, especially in drought. Fertilize in spring with an acid-loving plant mix. Trimming Instructions- Prune after flowering to remove dead or diseased wood. Avoid heavy pruning to preserve natural shape and blooms. Fertilization Instructions- Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; moderate to high feeding need for younger plants. Amend clay soil with compost for better root development. Fertilizer Recommendation- Holly-tone Possible Issues- Dogwood anthracnose, powdery mildew
