Cornus florida ‘Pumpkin Patch’
Flowering Dogwood - Pumpkin Patch
NATIVAR – An outstanding variety of the native Flowering Dogwood. Leaves emerge light green in the spring and quickly transition to yellow tones interspersed with green and even pink tones towards the center of the leaves. Standard white bracts (flowers) accompany the foliage soon after in early spring. Foliage colour darkens by summer before transitioning to stunning pumpkin orange and yellow during the fall with bright cherry-red fruits. All this is in addition to its younger stems turning yellow and orange in the cooler winter months. Grows 15′-20′ high.
Additional information
| Exposure | Filtered Light, Part Sun |
|---|---|
| Zone | 6 |
Origin
Parentage unknown. Originated by Don Shadows of Tennessee.
Special Notes
Exposure: Part Sun or all day indirect/filtered light. Protected from the hot mid-day sun.
Soil: Well workable, moist but well draining slightly acidic soil. Dislikes heavy clay soils.
Maintenance: Selective pruning as needed, can be done in the spring right after the flowers finish. Do not trim summer or afterwards as, you will be removing next springs flower buds.

