Dogwood 'Karen's Appalachian Blush'

About this plant

Cornus florida 'Karen's Appalachian Blush' is a stunning cultivar of our native flowering dogwood, celebrated for its prolific blooms and robust health. Each spring, it produces an abundance of large, showy bracts that emerge white and gradually mature to a delicate, blush pink, creating a breathtaking display in the landscape. Beyond its exquisite floral show, 'Karen's Appalachian Blush' boasts excellent resistance to common dogwood diseases such as anthracnose and powdery mildew, making it a reliable and low-maintenance choice for any garden. Its attractive green foliage provides textural interest throughout the growing season, turning to beautiful shades of red and purple in the autumn for extended curb appeal. This dogwood is an ideal specimen tree for smaller gardens, as an understory tree in a woodland setting, or as a striking accent in a mixed border. Its graceful, horizontally tiered branching habit adds year-round architectural interest.

Care & maintenance

Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry periods. Apply a slow-release, balanced fertilizer in early spring. Prune only to remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches after flowering. Avoid deep planting; the root flare should be visible at soil level.