The Cherokee Princess Dogwood, scientifically known as Cornus florida 'Cherokee Princess,' is a popular cultivar of the native Flowering Dogwood tree. It is highly regarded for its abundant and showy white flowers that bloom in early spring, typically before the leaves emerge. The flowers are larger than those of the typical Flowering Dogwood and create a stunning display against the tree's dark green foliage. The Cherokee Princess Dogwood is a small to medium-sized deciduous tree that is often used as an ornamental tree in landscapes and gardens. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil.
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Type:
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Tree
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Origins:
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S. and E. North America; GA Native
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Height:
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15' - 30'
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Spread:
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15’ - 30'
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Spacing:
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20'
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USDA Hardiness Zone:
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4 - 9
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Culture:
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Full Sun, Part Sun
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Bloom Color:
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White
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Season of Interest:
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Spring, Fall
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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: Itea, Eastern Redbud, Clethra
IMAGES: Photo by David J. Stang, Cornus florida Cherokee Princess 5zz, CC BY-SA 4.0, (2) Photo by David J. Stang, Cornus florida Cherokee Princess 4zz, CC BY-SA 4.0, (3) Photo by David J. Stang, Cornus florida Cherokee Princess 1zz, CC BY-SA 4.0, (4) Photo by David J. Stang, Cornus florida Cherokee Princess 9zz, CC BY-SA 4.0, (5) Photo by David J. Stang, Cornus florida Cherokee Princess 12zz, CC BY-SA 4.0
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
