Cornus Appalachian Snow

Jean's Appalachian Snow Dogwood

Botanical name: Cornus florida ‘Appalachian Snow’

Overview
A refined flowering dogwood selection noted for its clean white spring bracts, improved disease resistance, and classic layered branching. Flowers appear in mid to late spring, followed by rich green foliage that turns reddish to burgundy tones in fall. ‘Appalachian Snow’ delivers dependable performance and traditional dogwood beauty in residential and naturalized landscapes.

Size



Width: 20–25 ft



Height: 20–25 ft



Hardiness



USDA Zones: 5a–9b



Light



Partial shade preferred



Morning sun with afternoon shade ideal



Tolerates full sun in cooler climates with adequate soil moisture



Soil



Well-drained soils; prefers moist, organic-rich loam



Slightly acidic pH preferred



Avoid poorly drained or compacted sites



Attracts



Pollinators (spring flowers)



Birds (fall fruit)



Suitable Conditions



Performs best in cool to moderate climates



Thrives as an understory or woodland-edge tree



Allow space for horizontal branching and layered form



Notes



Shape: Horizontal, layered branching with a rounded canopy



Selected for improved resistance to dogwood anthracnose



Excellent specimen tree for lawns, woodland gardens, and mixed borders



Minimal pruning required; prune only for structure or deadwood

Plant type

Deciduous Tree, Flowering Ornamental Tree

Height

20-25'

Width

20-25'

Hardiness zones

5–9

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Spring

Flower color

Pink, White

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Purple, Red

Attracts

Birds

Soil

Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Specimen

Shape

Vase Shaped

Drought tolerant

No