Cornus florida pendula – White Weeping Dogwood

Description

Product Name: Cornus florida ‘Pendula’

Common Name: Weeping Dogwood

Botanical Family: Cornaceae

Plant Type: Deciduous Ornamental Tree

Description

Cornus florida ‘Pendula’ is a compact, weeping form of the flowering dogwood, highly valued for its elegant silhouette and seasonal interest. This small ornamental tree features a dense, multi-branched, pendulous habit, forming a graceful dome-like canopy. In early spring, before foliage emerges, the tree is adorned with striking, pure white flower bracts on bare branches, providing a showy display. During autumn, the green summer foliage transitions into a vivid red, offering stunning seasonal colour.

Additionally, bright red, bird-attracting fruits develop after flowering, adding further ornamental value and supporting local wildlife.

Specifications

• Height at Maturity: 2 metres

• Width at Maturity: 2 metres

• Growth Habit: Weeping, pendulous branches forming a rounded canopy

• Foliage: Medium green in spring/summer; turns brilliant red in autumn

• Flowering Period: Early spring (before leaf emergence)

• Flower Characteristics: Showy, pure white bracts surrounding small central flowers

• Fruit: Small red drupes; attracts birds

• Deciduous: Yes

• Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade

• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile, slightly acidic soil

• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist during establishment

• Frost Tolerance: Moderate

• Maintenance Level: Low to moderate

Landscape Uses

• Ornamental feature tree

• Small gardens and courtyards

• Japanese and woodland-style gardens

• Wildlife gardens

• Understory planting

Planting & Care Instructions

• Plant in well-drained, well-prepared soil

• Position bud union above soil level

• Water thoroughly at planting and maintain consistent moisture during establishment

• Apply a balanced fertilizer at planting and again after new growth appears

• Prune at planting to shape and encourage strong framework growth

Note: Cornus florida ‘Pendula’ is best planted in a protected location to avoid exposure to harsh winds or extreme heat.

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