Photo of Cornus Constellation (Dogwood)

Cornus Constellation - It is noted for its vigorous habit, profuse bloom and resistance to anthracnose and dogwood borer. It is a small upright deciduous tree that typically grows taller than wide, typically rising to 16-22’ tall by 14-17’ wide with a low branching habit. The true dogwood flowers are actually tiny, yellowish green and insignificant, being compacted into button-like clusters. However, each flower cluster is surrounded by four showy, white, petal-like bracts which open flat, giving the appearance of a single, large, 4-5” diameter, 4-petaled, white flower. Floral bracts on this cultivar are well spaced (not overlapping). Oval, dark green leaves (3-5” long) turn attractive shades of purple-red in fall. Family: Cornaceae    

Author : Karl Gercens
Photo # : 44773
Online since: January 20th 2023