.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } 'Appalachian Joy' Flowering Dogwood Cornus florida 'Appalachian Joy' - Single Stem Description This cultivar of flowering dogwood features vibrant blossoms in spring, with lush green foliage and a compact growth habit, ideal for ornamental gardens. Suggested Uses Perfect for residential gardens, border plantings, and small landscape accents. Its beautiful blooms also make it suitable for courtyard plantings and patio containers. Plant Details Botanical Name: Cornus florida 'Appalachian Joy' Common Name: Appalachian Joy' Flowering Dogwood Size & Growth: Typically 10-20 ft tall and wide, with a compact, rounded form Hardiness Zones: 5-9 Foliage Type: Deciduous Bloom Time: Spring (April-May) Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for containers Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested Fragrant: Yes Cut Flower: Yes Grows Well With: Azaleas, Rhododendrons, Hostas Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained, acidic soil in a location with full sun to partial shade. Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist, avoiding waterlogging. Soil Type: Acidic, Well-Drained Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity. Pruning Instructions: Minimal pruning; remove dead or diseased branches in late winter or early spring. Winter Care: Protect from harsh winter winds and heavy snow; mulch to conserve moisture. Planting Depth: Plant so that the root flare is at soil level. Fertilization: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Special Care: Mulch around base to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.
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