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White Flowering Dogwood ×3

Cornus florida

Spring
SunFull sun to part shade by species
WaterDeep weekly water through the first 1–2 establishment years.
SpacingPlant for mature size and clearance.
FeedingMinimal once established.

Care

  • Water deeply while establishing; mulch the root zone (keep mulch off the trunk).
  • See the plant's note for species-specific hazards (e.g. Washington Hawthorn thorns).

Harvest

Ornamental — grown for form, bloom, and shade.

Watch for

Establishment drought stress; site thorny species away from paths and the pool.

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