Cornus x ‘Starlight’
Hybrid Flowering Dogwood - Starlight®
A vigorous, upright growing Hybrid Flowering Dogwood. Produces an abundance of white (with a slight green sheen) 4 – 5″ bracts (flowers). Glossy green leaves turn an orangey-red during fall. Attractive strawberry-like fruit can also be seen during fall. Grows 18-20′ high by 12′ wide.
Additional information
| Exposure | Filtered Light, Full Sun, Part Sun |
|---|---|
| Zone | 5, 6 |
Origin
Hybrid seedling between Cornus kousa 'Simpson No. 1' and Cornus nuttallii 'Goldspot'. Developed by Rutgers University in 1973.
Synonymous
Cornus kousa x nuttallii 'KN4-43', Cornus x 'Rutstar'
Special Notes
Exposure: Full Sun to Part 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.
Patented: USPP#16293
