Pink Flowering Dogwood is a cold hardy deciduous tree with small flowers surrounded by pink bracts on bare branches in spring. Dark green, ovate leaves turn red for fall color. Plant with Hydrangea in areas like Auburn, Citrus Heights, Elk Grove, Folsom, Rocklin, Roseville and Sacramento. Butterfly attractant.
- Landscape Size: 15′-30′ tall, 15′-30′ wide
- Light Requirement: Morning Sun, Afternoon Shade
- Water Needs: Moderate
- USDA Zone: 5a
- Growth Habit: Pyramidal
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Attributes: Deciduous, Attracts Birds, Attracts Butterflies, Cold Hardy, Fall Color
See Green Thumb Guide below for region specific information.
Flourishes in well draining, acidic, enriched soil. Prune to maintain desired size from late winter. Feed with a tree and shrub fertilizer in spring before new growth appears. Mulch to protect roots from elements.
These characteristics apply to the greater Sacramento area and nearby regions.
Live outside of our area? Please check with your local cooperative extension for the best growing practices in your neck of the woods
Visit: UC Cooperative Extension Offices(Opens in a new window) (Opens in new window)
Visit: National County Extension Offices(Opens in a new window) (Opens in new window)
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