Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?
Rosa 'Graham Thomas'
Rosaceae · flowers
Cornus florida
Cornaceae · trees
David Austin Rose (Zones 5-10)
Dogwood (Zones 5-9)
Overlap: Both grow in zones 5–9
| Feature | David Austin Rose | Dogwood |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Rosa 'Graham Thomas' | Cornus florida |
| Family | Rosaceae | Cornaceae |
| Category | flowers | trees |
| Sun | ☀️ Full Sun | ⛅ Part Shade |
| Water | 💧💧 Medium | 💧💧 Medium |
| Soil | Rich, Well-drained | Rich, Well-drained, Acidic |
| Height | 5' | 30' |
| Spread | 4' | 30' |
| Bloom Season | Spring-Fall | Spring |
| Bloom Color | Yellow | White, Pink |
| Growth Rate | Medium | Slow |
| Native Region | Hybrid (England) | Eastern North America |
| Maintenance | Medium | Low |
David Austin Rose
Dogwood
David Austin Rose
Dogwood
Choose David Austin Rose if you don't mind medium maintenance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 5–10.
Choose Dogwood if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in part shade with medium water in zones 5–9.
Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 5–9. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.
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