Cornus f Cherokee Princess 1.5"
Cornus f Cherokee Princess 1.5"
Cherokee Princess Flowering Dogwood
Showy spring flowers
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NATIVE - Upright spreading, deciduous tree. Showy, large white mid-spring blooms last for several weeks followed by red berries. Attracts birds and butterflies. Foliage is lustrous and dark green, showing vivid tones of scarlet and crimson in the fall. Protect from afternoon sun. Deer resistant.
Botanical Name- Cornus florida 'Cherokee Princess'
Pronunciation- KOR-nus FLOR-ih-duh
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width- 15 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- 1.5"
Bloom Color- White
Bloom Time- Spring
Companion Plants-
Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies, fruit-eating birds (cardinals, bluebirds)
Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PD2
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
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