Cloud Nine Dogwood is a small, densely flowering native deciduous tree with an upright habit and dark green foliage that turns rusty-red in fall.  Cloud Nine has large, overlapping white brackets that creating fuller looking flowers that bloom from in early spring attracting butterflies.  Prefers part sun and slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soil. 

Cornus florida is a host for Spring Azure butterfly and Cecropia Silkmoth, and supports several specialized bees.  The fruits are browsed by songbirds and mammals.  

MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Prone to leaf scorching or spots in full sun.  Stressed Dogwoods are susceptible to leaf spot, crown canker, root rot, powdery mildew, blight, and anthracnose.  Anthracnose can be a serious problem.  Mulching will help keep roots cool in summer.

LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Naturalized Areas, Ponds or streams, Foundational Plantings.

COMPANION PLANTS: Itea, Eastern Redbud, Clethra