The state tree of both Missouri and Virginia, Cornus florida f. rubra, features tiny yellow-green flowers with four showy reddish-pink bracts. Oval dark green leaves turn red in the fall. Bitter red fruits are enjoyed by the birds in the fall.
The state tree of both Missouri and Virginia, Cornus florida f. rubra, features tiny yellow-green flowers with four showy reddish-pink bracts. Oval dark green leaves turn red in the fall. Bitter red fruits are enjoyed by the birds in the fall.
Mulch to retain moisture in the summer. Don't plant in areas of Anthracnose.
