Overview
Cornus florida rubra is a tree in the genus Cornus, part of the Cornaceae family. It typically grows around 6.0 m tall. Cornus florida rubra grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. It is native to Eastern North America.
About
Cornus florida, the flowering dogwood or American dogwood, is a species of flowering tree in the family Cornaceae native to eastern North America and northern Mexico. An endemic population once spanned from southernmost coastal Maine south to northern Florida and west to the Mississippi River.
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About the genus
Cornus is a genus of about 30–60 species of woody plants in the family Cornaceae, commonly known as dogwoods or cornels, which can generally be distinguished by their blossoms, berries, and distinctive bark. Most are deciduous trees or shrubs, but a few species are nearly herbaceous perennial subshrubs, and some species are evergreen. Several species have small heads of inconspicuous flowers surrounded by an involucre of large, typically white petal-like bracts, while others have more open clusters of petal-bearing flowers.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Cornus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Cornus florida rubra size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Tree
- Height
- 6.0 m
- Native to
- Eastern North America
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Cornus florida rubra?
Cornus florida rubra prefers full sun.
What soil does Cornus florida rubra need?
Cornus florida rubra is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Cornus florida rubra grow?
Cornus florida rubra reaches a height of 6.0 m.
Is Cornus florida rubra hardy in the UK?
Cornus florida rubra has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
More in the Cornus genus
- Cornus florida 'Fastigiata'Flowering Dogwood
- Cornus kousa 'Tsukuba No Mine'Kousa Dogwood
- Cornus mas 'Kazanlak' (F)cornelian cherry 'Kasanlaker'
- Cornus sanguinea 'Midwinter Fire'Common dogwood
