MAYMONT’S TREE OF THE MONTH - FEBRUARY

Japanese Cornel Dogwood
Cornus officinalis

Location at Maymont: east of the Aviary

Zone: 5-8

Blooms: clusters of small yellow flowers

Fruit: bright cherry red fruit in July

Leaf: typical dogwood leaf

Height: 15-20’ tall

Exposure: partial sun

Culture: needs moist, acidic soil; remove all water sprouts from within tree.

This unique dogwood is the first to bloom and is covered with clusters of bright yellow flowers February to April. The exfoliating bark reveals shades of brown, gray and a bit of orange which offers winter interest.

 

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