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Flowering Dogwood
| Property | Flowering Dogwood Cornus florida |
|---|---|
| Type | Hardwood |
| Cost | $$$ · Premium |
| Hardness | 2150 lbf |
| Workability | Difficult |
| Seasonal movement | Large |
| Outdoor-friendly | No |
| Origin | Domestic (North America) |
| Commonly built | Mallets, Turned handles, Shuttles, Pulleys |
| Overview | Exceptionally hard and shock-resistant with a smooth wearing surface, historically the wood for shuttles and bobbins. Small trees mean small, pricey stock. |