Pacific dogwood
Cornus nuttallii
Pacific dogwood is a breathtaking native tree renowned for its large, showy white bracts in spring and vivid red berries in fall, but it requires careful siting to thrive. Plant in well-drained, slightly acidic soil with good air circulation to reduce susceptibility to dogwood anthracnose, a serious fungal disease. Avoid overhead irrigation, compacted roots, and excessive heat, and this long-lived tree will reward you with decades of spectacular seasonal beauty.
Care Level
High
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
120″ – 360″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
240″
Flowers
green
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Deeply And Consistently To Keep Soil Evenly Moist, Especially During Dry Summers; Mulch Heavily To Retain Soil Moisture
Soil pH
4.9 – 7.3
Temperature
-25° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 180″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken May 1, 2022 by Veronique Boulanger (cc-by-sa)
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