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Empress of China® Dogwood

Cornus angustata ‘Elsbry’ PP14537

An evergreen Chinese Dogwood with a graceful yet vigorous habit and loads of flowers. Each branch holds up to 150 white blooms that eventually transform into translucent, strawberry-like fruit. Empress of China will light up your partly shaded garden!

Light Needs

Part Sun to Shade

USDA Zones

USDA Zones
6a - 9b

mature dimensions

15-18′ high x 13-15′ wide

More About Empress of China® Dogwood

Bloom/Feature

A vigorous evergreen Chinese Dogwood. Each branch holds up to 150 white blooms.

Evergreen or Deciduous?

Evergreen

Plant Hardiness

Hardy to -10°F to 0°F

Key Features

Attracts Birds / Butterflies, Deer Resistant, Upright Habit, Year-Round Interest

Flowering Season

Spring to Summer

Uses

Accent

Water Needs

Medium

Fertilize

Yearly in early spring

Pruning

None Needed

Planting Instructions

• Water before planting

• Plant in part sun to shade

• Dig hole 2X the width of pot

• Plant 1-2″ above ground soil level, backfill hole with soil

• Water deeply to settle, then add more soil if needed

• Mulch 1-2″ deep around plant, avoiding area closest to stem

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