Cornell Farm Cornus alba Dogwood Shrub
Best choice for gardeners seeking year-round landscape color and seasonal interest.
This shrub is the ultimate landscape multitasker, trading a compact footprint for a relentless four-season performance. While it requires a bit of space to spread its roots, the reward is a dramatic transition from spring blooms to fiery winter stems that keep your garden alive long after the flowers fade.
$54.99
at
Cornell Farm
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-contrast foliage for year-round visual interest
- Homeowners wanting vibrant winter color in bleak landscapes
- Landscapers managing challenging, wet, or extremely cold environments
Who should skip it
- Low-maintenance gardeners avoiding regular, intensive pruning schedules
- Urban gardeners with limited space for large, spreading shrubs
- Gardeners in humid climates prone to fungal plant diseases
Performance breakdown
Seasonal Versatility
Provides distinct visual interest across all four seasons of the year.
Winter Aesthetic
Vibrant orange-red stems offer a standout focal point during dormant months.
Hardiness Range
Robust adaptability across a wide spectrum of USDA climate zones.
Growth Habit
Spreading form requires adequate space to reach its full potential.
Maintenance Ease
Deciduous nature simplifies pruning and seasonal landscape management tasks.
Sun Tolerance
Flexible light requirements allow for placement in various garden exposures.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Cornus alba
Cultivar
Creme de Mint
Container Size
2 gallon
Mature Height
3-4 ft.
Mature Spread
4-6 ft.
Hardiness Zones
3-8
Sun Exposure
Partial Sun to Full Sun
Bloom Season
Spring
Evergreen/Deciduous Type
Deciduous
Plant Form
Spreading
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