Aurora Dogwood

Cornus x rutgerensis 'Rutban'

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Characteristics:
A great small tree with abundant spring flowers and red-purple fall color.

Growing Conditions:
Prefers partial to full sun and may need supplemental watering during hot, dry spells after the typical 3-year establishment period. Highly resistant to common dogwoods problems such as powdery mildew and anthracnose.

Uses:
A great tree for narrower planting strips.

Height:
25' at maturity

Width:
25' at maturity

Shape:
Round

Flowers:
Large, overlapping white flowers with a velvety texture

Leaves:
Dark green in summer, heat resistant and turn reddish purple in fall

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More Information:
NOTE BEFORE PLANTING: Dogwoods are very popular trees, but they are considered overplanted in many areas, and they are often planted in unsuitable locations where they are susceptible to leaf scorch, curling, and stunted growth. In the wild dogwoods are commonly found as understory trees. Many dogwoods are not particularly drought- or heat-tolerant, requiring irrigation during drought periods in summer. If your site is hot, dry and sunny in the summer, please consider planting an alternative tree that can thrive there.