Flowering dogwood

Cornus florida

Flowering dogwood is recognized by most people for its spring floral display that can be white or pink. The showy part is actually a leaf-like bract under the tiny flowers. It is a common understory tree in wooded areas throughout the state. The Kentucky champion tree is in Warren County and is about 35 feet tall.

Find more information on this tree in the Tree Profiles section.

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