White blossoms appear to float above the stems. The flowers are yellow and very small and are surrounded by 4 large white (sometimes pink) bracts. Each bract has a rounded notch on the outer edge. Fruits ripen in fall.
| Family | Dogwood |
|---|---|
| Season Bloom | Spring |
| Habitat | Considered the most spectacular of our native trees. Single or multi trunked with a spreading crown. Flowers are showy and long-lasting. Red fall leaf color adds to its landscaping value. It is a valuable food plant for wildlife. Many birds and mammals consume its seeds. |
| Cycle | |
| Height | 20-30' |
| Leaf Description | Leaves are opposite, simple and medium green. The veins follow the elliptic curve of the leaf and are deep. Leaves turn red-purple in fall. |
| Soil Type | Wet |
| Light Source | Partial Sun |
| Location | Woodland |
