Cherokee Princess

Cherokee Princess is an excellent example of the North American flowering dogwoods - Cornus florida. The species gets its name from the Latin word "florida" which means flowering - not from the state of Florida. It is native to the north-eastern USA, from Boston southwards.

The main feature is the very large white petal-like bracts, which provide an attractive spring blossom display.

The tree will often bear fruitlets - not palatable for humans, but very popular with birds and animals, making this a good choice if you want to encourage wildlife into your garden.

Cornus florida

Cherokee Princess flowering dogwood trees for sale

All our pot-grown trees are grown for us to our specification by the Frank P Matthews nursery.

Sorry we have not produced any trees of this variety this season.

How to grow

Cherokee Princess grows best in drier areas of the UK. Although trees of Cornus florida like some shade in their native regions of north-eastern USA, in the UK they are best grown in full sun. In less favourable areas it may revert to being a non-flowering shrub.

Cherokee Princess characteristics

What level of gardening skill is needed to grow Cherokee Princess?Average
Attractive featuresAttractive flowersAutumn foliage colour
Growth habitSpreading / Flat-topped
Height after 10 years2.5m-3.5m / 8ft-12ft
SunlightPrefers full sunSome shade
PruningDo not prune
Growth rateAverage
WildlifeAttractive to birds
What colour is the blossom of Cherokee Princess?White
When is Cherokee Princess in flower?AprilMay
Leaf colourGreen
Leaf colour - autumnOrange / Red
Fruit colourRed
Fruit persistenceFruit drops when ripe
Where does Cherokee Princess originate from?United States
Annual cycleDeciduous

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This variety description was produced by Orange Pippin staff from first-hand research. Last checked: 17-Sep-2022.

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