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Cornus x Rutcan ('Constellation®')

Constellation Dogwood: Patent PP7210

White flower bracts create an impressive display of "blooms" later in the season than the species. Great fall colours in shades of burgundy-red and orange add to its appeal.

  • »  White, spaced petals (not overlapping), very showy flowers
  • »  Sterile (producing no fruit), with resistance to diseases
  • »  Drooping, glossy green leaves
  • »  Fall colour of burgundy to red, and orange
  • »  Upright clump of tiered, horizontal branches
  • »  Bloom Time: April to May

10gal Treeform
$345.00
B&B in Container Treeform
$780.00
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  • Category:Trees
  • Hardiness Zone:5
  • Height:6-7 m
  • Spread:5-6 m
  • Bloom Color: White
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
Growth Rate
• Medium
Critter
• Deer Resistant
Attributes
• Deciduous
• Fall Color
• Low Maintenance
Flowering Time
• Early Spring
Habit
• Multi-stem/Clump form
• Upright
• Vase-shape
Foliage Color
• Green
Landscape uses
• Specimen
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Cornus x 'Rutcan'

The showy flowers seen on some cornus cultivars are actually bracts surrounding the smaller, inconspicuous flower in the centre.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Cornus x 'Rutcan'

Does not like full afternoon sun, even with shaded roots. Grows best in medium moisture and an acidic, well-drained soil.