Deciduous Tree with Large White Blooms and Multi-Season Interest
Dogwood Cherokee Princess features abundant large white blooms in spring with a graceful horizontal branching structure that provides multi-season color and elegance. This vigorous deciduous tree delivers spectacular spring flowers, attractive summer foliage, and brilliant fall color, making it perfect for specimen plantings, woodland gardens, and focal points.
Key Features
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Abundant Large White Blooms: Profuse 4-5" white flowers cover the tree in spring
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Graceful Horizontal Branching: Elegant layered form adds architectural interest
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Multi-Season Interest: Spring blooms, summer foliage, red fall color, and red berries
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Vigorous Grower: Faster growing and more floriferous than standard white dogwoods
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Disease Resistant: Better resistance to anthracnose and powdery mildew
Growing Specifications
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Light: Part shade to full sun (afternoon shade preferred in hot climates)
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Mature Size: 20-25' tall x 20-25' wide
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Hardiness: Zones 5-9
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Type: Deciduous tree
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Pruning: Prune after flowering to maintain shape. Remove dead or crossing branches as needed.
Landscape Uses
Perfect for specimen plantings, woodland gardens, focal points, and naturalized areas. Pairs beautifully with azaleas, rhododendrons, and shade perennials. Excellent choice for adding multi-season color, graceful form, and native beauty to landscapes.
Care & Growing Conditions
Plant in part shade to full sun (afternoon shade preferred in hot climates) in moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil enriched with organic matter. Apply mulch to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and regulate soil temperature. Water regularly during establishment and during dry periods. Fertilize in early spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer formulated for acid-loving plants.
For detailed planting instructions, visit our Proper Planting Directions page.
Pricing & Availability
All items are subject to availability. You may contact us via email - mulchpit1@gmail.com or call us at 615-754-7076 to check our current availability. We strive to keep our website prices accurate, but prices are subject to change.
