Wayside Gardens Cornus
Best flowering specimen for gardeners seeking vibrant, low-maintenance seasonal color.
This Chinese Dogwood finally delivers the deep, saturated pink color that the species has lacked for years. While it demands a bit of patience to reach its full size, the early, two-month-long bloom cycle makes it a far more rewarding focal point than your average backyard tree.
$54.95
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a vibrant, high-impact spring focal point
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, disease-resistant landscaping
- Designers prioritizing multi-seasonal visual interest in their gardens
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious shoppers looking for affordable nursery stock
- Impatient gardeners wanting immediate, full-sized landscape impact
- Owners with challenging soil or limited shaded planting spots
Performance breakdown
Bloom Intensity
Deep pink bracts offer a visual impact unmatched by standard dogwoods.
Early Maturity
Reaches flowering stage significantly faster than traditional Chinese Dogwood varieties.
Climate Adaptability
Robust performance across diverse humidity levels and cold hardiness zones.
Wildlife Appeal
Rose-colored berries serve as a reliable seasonal magnet for local birds.
Maintenance Ease
Vigorous growth habit requires minimal intervention once established in the landscape.
Seasonal Interest
Multi-stage appeal from purple-tinged spring foliage to long-lasting floral displays.
Key Specs
Mature Height
20 feet
Mature Width
20 feet
USDA Hardiness Zones
5 - 8
Light Requirement
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Water Needs
High
Soil Type Preference
Well-drained
Foliage Type
Deciduous
Bloom Season
Spring
Fruit Bearing
True
Root Form
Bare Root
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