Cornus florida 'Erica's Appalachian Sunrise'
‘Erica’s Appalachian Sunrise’ Flowering Dogwood is another good selection from the Tennessee Agricultural Experimental Station’s breeding work. Cornus florida ‘Appalachian Sunrise’ produces deep pink bracts which have white centers surrounding the actual flowers. The foliage emerges in spring in shades of burgundy, maturing to green in summer and red in fall. The wildlife-friendly red fruit in fall is also showy. Cornus ‘Erica’s Appalachian Sunrise’ is mildew resistant, so it is a good grower in the Northeast.
- Category:
Woody Ornamentals
- Alternate Cultivar: Erica's Appalachian Sunrise
- Hardiness Zone: 5
- Height: 20 Feet
- Spread: 15 Feet
- Bloom Color:
Pink
