Pink Princess Dogwood - Cornus florida var. rubra ‘Pink Princess

Pink Princess Dogwood is a hardy ornamental deciduous tree. It is beloved for its delicate and vigorous pink blooms that flower in the spring.

Plant Details - Pink Princess Dogwood

Family: Cornaceae

Light Requirement: Full Sun

Water Needs: Moist

Height: 15 – 20 ft.

Spread: 15 – 20 ft.

Growth Rate: Fast

Bloom Time: Spring

Flower Color: Pink

Wildlife Value: Attracts bees, butterflies

Landscape Uses and Maintenance - Pink Princess Dogwood

Pink Princess Dogwood is a superb landscaping tree that will add charm and plenty of curb appeal to your front yard, garden bed, or landscape. Pink flowers are a welcome sight in early spring.

This is a low maintenance tree that you will enjoy for years to come. It will not need much direct care after the first initial couple of years.

Plant your new tree in well drained soil. Avoid planting in waterlogged or compacted clay soil.

Water thoroughly when first planted until well established. Mother Nature can do the watering except for in times of drought – then make sure you water your tree!

Prune this tree yearly and take care to remove any damaged or diseased branches that will open the tree to fungal issues. The best time for pruning is late winter. Do not prune this tree in spring when you may accidentally remove its flowers.

This plant is attractive to rabbits, deer browsing and buck rub. Protect the trunk and lowest branches with caging or fencing while it is young.

Looking to attract more birds or critters to your garden? Its nectar rich flowers will attract pollinators in the spring. In the fall, bright red berries will appear and attract plenty of wildlife to your garden. Birds, squirrels, and other mammals will enjoy eating the seeds.

Noteworthy Characteristics

Pink Princess Dogwood is a host plant for both the Spring Azure and Summer Azure butterflies, and the Cecropia silk moth.

Dogwood “flowers” are bracts, modified leaves that look like petals. Its true flowers are at the center.

This Is How Your Plants Will Look upon Delivery

Bloom Season

Spring

Bloom/Foliage Color

Pink

Height at Maturity

Under 25 Feet

Care

Pink Princess Dogwood thrives in well-drained soil and benefits from regular watering, especially during dry periods. Trim after flowering to remove any dead or damaged branches. Watch for pests to keep the tree healthy and vibrant.

Plant Reproduction

Pink Princess Dogwood spreads through seed dispersal and root suckers.

Plant bare root trees during the dormant season in early spring or late fall (November through April). Dig the hole twice as wide as the roots so the soil is well-drained. Position the tree so the root flare is at or just above ground level. Fill the hole back with the soil you dug from and water. Maintain soil moisture, especially in the tree's early years, by providing deep, regular watering. Apply a 2-4 inch mulch away from the trunk at the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Prune trees during the first few seasons to establish strength and resilience, remove damaged branches, and continue maintenance pruning as the tree matures. Regularly inspect for pests and diseases and apply integrated pest management practices. Protect young trees from mechanical damage and extreme temperatures with tree guards, and stake them if necessary for support, removing the stakes after one or two years.

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