Cornus x Eddies White Wonder

Eddies White Wonder Dogwood

Botanical name: Cornus × ‘Eddie’s White Wonder’

Overview
A vigorous hybrid flowering dogwood (C. florida × C. nuttallii) prized for its large, creamy-white overlapping bracts and strong growth habit. Blooming in late spring, it produces an impressive floral display larger than most standard dogwoods. Glossy green foliage remains clean through summer, turning red to burgundy in fall. ‘Eddie’s White Wonder’ is valued for its vigor, showy flowers, and improved disease resistance.

Size



Width: 20–30 ft



Height: 20–30 ft



Hardiness



USDA Zones: 6a–9b



Light



Full sun to partial shade



Morning sun with afternoon shade preferred in hotter regions



Soil



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



Slightly acidic pH preferred



Avoid compacted or poorly drained sites



Attracts



Pollinators (flowers)



Birds (fruit)



Suitable Conditions



Performs best in moderate climates



Shows improved resistance to dogwood anthracnose compared to C. florida



Allow space for broad canopy development



Notes



Shape: Upright when young, maturing to broad and layered



Noted for exceptionally large flowers and vigorous growth



One of the earliest successful interspecific dogwood hybrids



Excellent specimen tree for lawns, parks, and large landscapes



Minimal pruning required; prune only for structure or deadwood

Plant type

Flowering Ornamental Tree

Height

20-30'

Width

20-30'

Hardiness zones

6–9

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Late Spring

Flower color

White

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Purple

Soil

Clay, Loamy, Moist well-drained

Shape

Broad Upright, Clumping

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No