{"title":"Dogwood Trees \/ Cornus","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e#html-body [data-pb-style=O3KNRX6]{justify-content:flex-start;display:flex;flex-direction:column;background-position:left top;background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-attachment:scroll}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"row\" data-appearance=\"contained\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-enable-parallax=\"0\" data-parallax-speed=\"0.5\" data-background-images=\"{}\" data-background-type=\"image\" data-video-loop=\"true\" data-video-play-only-visible=\"true\" data-video-lazy-load=\"true\" data-video-fallback-src=\"\" data-element=\"inner\" data-pb-style=\"O3KNRX6\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"text\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eCornus (Dogwood) make excellent ornamental plants for either their beautiful large clusters of spring blooms in shades of white, pink, or yellow, or for their attractive foliage (some are evergreen!) and brilliant winter bark.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cornus-scarlet-fire-38426","title":"Scarlet Fire® Dogwood","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe darkest pink bracts (blooms) ever found on a Chinese dogwood can be yours with Scarlet Fire®, the exciting introduction from Rutgers University. Not a hybrid, this tree is the result of many years and countless crosses. It flowers young, offers purple tinged spring leaves, and concludes the show with bright ball-shaped carmine fuchsia berries. What could be lovelier?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Scarlet Fire® is a little showoff, reaching only 8 feet high after a decade's growth but ready to begin flowering the third or fourth year (often the first season in your garden). It will eventually top out at 15 to 20 feet, as wide as it is tall, but it stays small for many years, and you will treasure the big blooms on such a petite tree. Magnificent!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  The season begins with new leaves unfurling in spring. Although they turn solid green by summer, for their first weeks they are often streaked and washed with purple. It's a lovely effect and one that adds another season of beauty to Scarlet Fire's® display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Before spring is out, the rosy pink bracts have opened. Reaching 5 inches across, they are unbelievably showy, with a vibrant hue visible from some distance. And Scarlet Fire® is a generous bloomer, filling the branches with brilliant fuchsia that can last up to 2 months. Stunning!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  After the flowers pass, they are replaced by perfectly round, knobby fruits about an inch in diameter and colored a very rich shade of rose. Birds adore these fruits, and will come sing for their supper all summer long.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Dogwood is famously easy to grow, with the Chinese cultivars more humidity tolerant than our native species, so you will love the vigor of Scarlet Fire®. It's also quite cold hardy, putting up with the severe winters of Zone 5 as effortlessly as the balmy ones of Zone 8. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Find a special place for this tree and begin to enjoy its rich, multiseason beauty. You will treasure it for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42354468061243,"sku":"38426","price":54.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/Product_MediaImage_38426_1.jpg?v=1753891791"},{"product_id":"cornus-sgt-pepper-dogwood-29802","title":"Cornus Sgt. Pepper™ Dogwood","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBronze Award KVBC Summer Challenge 2021\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eA Proven Winners® ColorChoice® Flowering Shrubs variety, Cornus Sgt. Pepper™ is a multistemmed deciduous shrub grown for its pretty form and ever-changing foliage color. Its green and white variegated leaves emerge with pink tones, which fade with the onset of summer but return at summer's end, as the white leaf margins become bright pink and stems turn deep red in autumn. Flat-topped clusters of small flowers bloom in spring, giving way to white drupes (berries), which ripen midsummer. The flowers are nice additions to floral arrangements, and the drupes are a tasty treat for songbirds. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eA \u003ci\u003eCornus alba\u003c\/i\u003e species, commonly called dogwood, red-barked dogwood, white dogwood, or Tatarian dogwood, Sgt. Pepper has a moderate to vigorous growth rate and a broad, upright, spreading habit. Shown to best effect when grouped or massed, dogwood shrubs are perfect for mixed beds and hedges. But they also make great specimen plants. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eCold Hardy, durable, and easy to grow, dogwood shrubs grow best in partly sunny to partly shady locations with organically rich, consistently moist, well-draining soil but are tolerant of a wide range of soils, including alkaline and clay soils. The plant is drought tolerant and deer resistant. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42354480971835,"sku":"29802","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/Product_MediaImage_29802_1.jpg?v=1753891884"},{"product_id":"cornus-greensleeves-dogwood-29150","title":"Cornus 'Greensleeves' Dogwood","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCornus 'Greensleeves' is a small deciduous understory tree offering year-round interest, grown for its elegant appearance, prolific flowering, heavy fruiting, and beautiful fall color. In late spring to early summer, large, broad flower bracts fully blanket the foliage-covered branches. Softly suffused pale green when young, the white blooms become cream-colored as they mature. Clusters of large, edible, deep pink, strawberry- to raspberry-like fruits (drupes) follow in mid to late summer, continuing into fall. The flowers are a food source for bees and butterflies, and the berries sustain songbirds and wildlife throughout fall and winter. The tree's canopy of large, shiny, dark green leaves turns robust shades of purple and red in fall; and its bark begins exfoliating as it matures, giving it an attractive, mottled appearance, extending the season of interest through winter. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e'Greensleeves' is a \u003ci\u003eCornus kousa\u003c\/i\u003e species, native to Japan, Korea, and China, commonly called Chinese dogwood or kousa dogwood. Kousa dogwood grows vigorously and has an upright branching habit when young, giving it a vase shape; as the tree matures, it becomes more horizontal branching, wide spreading, and rounded. Kousa dogwood can live between 50 and 150 years in optimal conditions, so careful placement is important. It makes a great specimen, shade, or patio tree but is especially eye-catching planted in groups. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eAn easy-grow, easy-care plant, 'Greensleeves' grows best in sunny to partly shady locations with organically rich, moist, well-draining soil, having a neutral to acidic pH. It has good heat tolerance and is generally pest free and deer resistant. Dogwood trees tolerate shade but flower best with some sun. They do not fare well in pollution, flooding, or drought. Consistent moisture is important. Adding mulch around the tree's base will help keep roots moist and cool in summer. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42354517147707,"sku":"29150","price":39.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/Product_MediaImage_29150_1.jpg?v=1753891766"},{"product_id":"products-cornus-golden-shadows-pagoda-dogwood-29318","title":"Cornus Golden Shadows® Pagoda Dogwood","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Proven Winners® ColorChoice® Flowering Trees variety, Cornus Golden Shadows® Pagoda Dogwood is a small native understory tree offering year-round interest, grown for its elegant architecture, distinctive variegated foliage, and attractive flowers. A strong structure of gracefully tiered, horizontal branching gives this plant year-round appeal. Large and brilliantly colored, the heart-shaped, bright yellow leaves have an irregular center splotch of emerald green, with new growth flushing reddish orange in cool weather. Fragrant clusters of lacy white blossoms appear on old wood and attract pollinators. Bluish black fruits (drupes) follow in midsummer, supporting songbirds. \u003c\/p\u003e   \u003cp\u003eA \u003ci\u003eCornus alternifolia\u003c\/i\u003e, syn \u003ci\u003eSwida alternifolia\u003c\/i\u003e species, commonly called pagoda dogwood or alternate-leaf dogwood, Golden Shadows has an upright, vase-shaped habit and a vigorous growth rate. Pagoda dogwoods make especially lovely specimens but are highly adaptable to many landscape applications and are stunning when grouped or massed. \u003c\/p\u003e   \u003cp\u003eCold hardy to Zone 3, pagoda dogwood grows best in dappled shade locations with organically rich, moist, well-draining soil having an acidic pH. It prefers cool summer climates. \u003c\/p\u003e   \u003cp\u003eA native tree, pagoda dogwood is indigenous to North America. Native plants are not only beautiful but also environmentally friendly. Naturally adapted to the climate and soil conditions of the region, they thrive without fertilizers or extra watering, once established. They also act as natural pest controls, reducing the need for pesticides in the garden. Landscaping with native plants promotes biodiversity and provides shelter and quality food for wildlife and pollinators, bringing gardens to life. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42354550571067,"sku":"29318","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/Product_MediaImage_29318_1.jpg?v=1753891891"},{"product_id":"cornus-cherokee-brave-v1674","title":"Cherokee Brave™ Dogwood","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe believe that this is among the most beautiful of all the dogwoods—no small honor in that crowded, lovely field.  Cherokee Brave™ is more vigorous and drought-tolerant than many others, making it an exceptionally good choice for today's thirsty gardens. The flowers are larger and more richly colored than most others, while the fall foliage offers spectacular color changes. An all-around winner in every season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Even before the tree leafs out in spring, giant deep pink blooms (actually bracts) starred with a white eye cover its branches, each 3 to 4 inches wide and very showy. They last for many weeks, and are followed by bright red fruit that birds adore.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  The new spring foliage is colorful too, emerging with bold strokes of burgundy red before turning dark green for summer. When the temperature drops in fall, the leaves change again, this time turning a richer shade of maroon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  Growing to 15 feet high and 15 to 20 feet wide, Cherokee Brave™ has a rounded, naturally symmetrical shape that creates a fine canopy of shade in the garden. It thrives in full sun in cooler climates, preferring a bit of shade in warmer areas, and serves as an understory tree in hot climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  In winter, when the last brilliant leaf has fallen and the tree is bare, the furrowed gray bark is revealed in an interesting silhouette. There is no season in which this dogwood does not excite interest. A superior performer in dry climates, it also tolerates humidity well, and its native adaptability ensures that it will tackle adversity with vigor. You will fall in love with Cherokee Brave™. Make it your showpiece this season.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"Trade Gallon (3qt)","offer_id":42354617057339,"sku":"36223","price":39.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Bareroot","offer_id":42511051849787,"sku":"48528","price":39.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/Product_MediaImage_v1674_1.jpg?v=1753891828"},{"product_id":"cornus-spring-grove-dogwood-29149","title":"Cornus Spring Grove™ Dogwood","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCornus Spring Grove™ is a native understory tree offering year-round interest, grown for its lovely architecture, heavy flowering and fruiting, and fall color. Extremely floriferous, this small tree puts on a spectacular show in spring, flowering before the foliage emerges. Terminal branches frequently bear 2 or 3 floral buds that open to large, 5-inch, white flower bracts. Clusters of glossy, red fruits (drupes) follow in mid to late summer. The flowers are a food source for bees and butterflies, and the fruits sustain many species of songbirds and wildlife throughout fall and winter. Its canopy of medium green leaves turns attractive shades of reddish-purple in fall. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eA \u003ci\u003eCornus florida\u003c\/i\u003e species, Spring Grove has a compact, broader than tall habit of gracefully tiered, horizontal branching. The tree's growth rate is medium to vigorous but can be slow upon transplanting. Its parent plant originated as a seedling at Spring Grove Cemetery, Cincinnati, OH. Today, at approximately 45 years of age, that tree has grown to a height of 22 feet with a width of 32 feet. In optimal conditions, dogwood trees can live 100 to 200 years, so careful placement is important. Dogwoods are great specimen, shade, and patio trees, but they are especially eye-catching in group plantings. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eSpring Grove grows best in partly sunny to shady locations with organic, moist, well-draining soil having an acidic pH between 5.5 and 6.5. It has better than usual heat tolerance and cold hardiness, having survived winter temperatures as low as -26°F with no damage. And its resistance to Anthracnose disease is excellent. Dogwoods generally tolerate shade but do not fare well in pollution, flooding, or drought. Consistent moisture is important. Adding mulch around the tree's base will help keep roots moist and cool in summer. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eA native tree, Spring Grove is indigenous to North America, from Massachusetts to Florida and west to Oklahoma and Texas. Native plants are not only beautiful but also environmentally friendly. Naturally adapted to the climate and soil conditions of the region, they thrive without fertilizers or extra watering, once established. They also act as natural pest controls, reducing the need for pesticides in the garden. Landscaping with native plants promotes biodiversity and provides shelter and quality food for wildlife and pollinators, bringing gardens to life. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42354627182651,"sku":"29149","price":39.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/Product_MediaImage_29149_1.jpg?v=1753891767"},{"product_id":"cornus-arctic-fire-dogwood-v2519","title":"Cornus Arctic Fire® Red Dogwood","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTransform your garden into a year-round spectacle with the Cornus Arctic Fire® Red Dogwood. This selection, from the Proven Winners® ColorChoice® Flowering Shrub, was bred by the esteemed Michael Farrow of Holly Hill Nursery, is perfect for modern, smaller gardens and patio containers. Its compact size and exceptional red stems make it a standout choice for adding bright winter color and seasonal interest to any landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e   \u003cp\u003eReaching just 3 to 5 feet tall and wide, this dwarf dogwood variety boasts a neat and tidy habit that requires minimal pruning. The Arctic Fire® Red Dogwood is renowned for its intense, fire-red stems that glow in the winter garden, offering a striking contrast against snowy landscapes or bare ground. These vibrant branches are not only a visual delight but also a unique addition to holiday floral arrangements and winter decor. \u003c\/p\u003e   \u003cp\u003eAs the seasons change, so does the beauty of this versatile shrub. In late spring, it bursts into bloom with clusters of small, flat-topped white flowers that add a delicate touch to your garden. Come late summer, these blooms give way to attractive white berries that draw songbirds, adding life and movement to your outdoor space. The show continues into autumn when the foliage transforms to a rich reddish-purple, proving that this dogwood truly is a four-season marvel. \u003c\/p\u003e   \u003cp\u003eCaring for the Cornus Arctic Fire® Red Dogwood is straightforward and low maintenance. It thrives in both full sun and part shade, making it adaptable to various garden settings. Plant it in well-draining soil and ensure it receives consistent moisture, especially during its first growing season to establish strong roots. Once established, it is relatively drought-tolerant, making it a resilient choice for many climates. \u003c\/p\u003e   \u003cp\u003ePruning is minimal with this compact variety. However, if you wish to shape the plant or encourage the growth of new stems for the most vibrant winter color, it's best to prune right after it finishes flowering in late spring. This timing allows the buds to set for the following year's growth. \u003c\/p\u003e   \u003cp\u003eWhether you're looking to create a focal point in a small garden, add vibrant color to a container on your patio, or enhance your landscape with a four-season beauty, the Cornus Arctic Fire® Red Dogwood is an exceptional choice. 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The leaves then turn golden before falling, and that's not the end of this ever-changing beauty! In the dreary winter months, the bright yellow stems tipped in red, gleam in the gray landscape. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis low-growing, non-suckering dwarf Yellowtwig is highly adaptable and much more tolerant of limey soils than other Dogwoods. Grown in zones 4 to 7, Cornus Arctic Sun® is hardy to -35 degrees F. With fibrous roots, this hedge is easy to transplant and establish in the garden, and its maintenance is minimal other than an annual trim of its showy stems. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse Arctic Sun® as a low hedge, in the border, or as a mass planting. Watching its colors change every season is breathtaking and will bring you endless joy!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42354665848891,"sku":"37464","price":30.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/Product_MediaImage_37464_1.jpg?v=1753891787"},{"product_id":"cornus-summer-fun-27614","title":"Cornus 'Summer Fun'","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis dogwood features beautiful variegated foliage that emerges with a unique and eye catching pink-white margin. As it matures, the foliage changes to a grey-green with bright white slightly wavy edges. When late spring arrives, it brings with it large star shaped white blooms. The cooler weather of fall brings a change of color to the autumnal tones of red-orange with pink margins and red berries. This is truly a multi-season tree with year round interest!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42354682757179,"sku":"27614","price":64.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/Product_MediaImage_27614_1.jpg?v=1753891747"},{"product_id":"cornus-ivory-halo-v2662","title":"Cornus Ivory Halo®","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis tatarian dogwood cultivar is a compact, shrubby, deciduous dwarf that brings year-round beauty to the garden. Though vigorous and multi-stemmed, it maintains a tidy growth habit, reaching only about 5 to 6 feet in height and width. Its ovate to elliptic grey-green leaves, edged in creamy white, provide a cool contrast in summer, turning to shades of purplish red in the fall. As winter sets in, the shrub?s vibrant red stems stand out beautifully against snowy landscapes. In late spring, large, flat-topped clusters of tiny white flowers bloom, followed by ornamental berries that are as attractive as they are enticing to birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis easy-to-grow dwarf dogwood offers a well-rounded appeal with its compact form, cool-toned summer foliage, seasonal color shifts, winter interest, and a combination of flowers and fruit—everything you could want in a landscape plant. This versatile dwarf dogwood is well-suited for various landscape applications, including mass plantings, borders, and screens. 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