Cornus florida 'Comco No. 1' ~ Cherokee Brave Dogwood
The Cherokee Brave Dogwood, also known as Cornus florida 'Cherokee Brave', is a cultivar of the flowering dogwood tree. It is a stunning ornamental tree that is highly valued for its vibrant pink to reddish-pink flowers and attractive foliage.
The Cherokee Brave Dogwood produces large, showy flowers that bloom in spring. The flowers are a deep pink or reddish-pink color, creating a striking display against the tree's dark green leaves. As the flowers fade, they are replaced by clusters of red berries, which add further visual interest.
In terms of size, the Cherokee Brave Dogwood is a small to medium-sized tree, typically reaching a height of about 20 to 30 feet (6 to 9 meters) with a spread of 15 to 25 feet (4.5 to 7.5 meters). It has a rounded or vase-shaped growth habit and attractive foliage that turns reddish-purple in the fall.
The Cherokee Brave Dogwood is a great choice for adding beauty and color to your landscape. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil.
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Origins: |
S. and E. North America; GA Native |
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Height: |
15' - 30' |
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Spread: |
25’ - 35' |
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Spacing: |
30' |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
4 - 9 |
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Pink |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Prone to leaf scorching or spots in full sun. Stressed Dogwoods are susceptible to leaf spot, crown canker, root rot, powdery mildew, blight, and anthracnose. Anthracnose can be a serious problem. Mulching will help keep roots cool in summer.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Naturalized Areas, Ponds or streams, Foundational Plantings.
COMPANION PLANTS: Chinese Redbud, Boxwood, Itea
Image: Famartin, 2016-04-20 12 59 08 'Cherokee Brave' Pink Flowering Dogwood blossoms along Tranquility Court in the Franklin Farm section of Oak Hill, Fairfax County, Virginia, CC BY-SA 4.0, (2) Photo by David J. Stang, Cornus florida var. rubra Cherokee Brave 1zz, CC BY-SA 4.0, (3) Photo by David J. Stang, Cornus florida Cherokee Brave 2zz, CC BY-SA 4.0
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
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