Ground shipping is currently paused. Local deliveries throughout Long Island will continue as usual. Pre-orders for fall are now open. Non-local orders will begin shipping again in early September. Click here to learn more.
Ground shipping is currently paused. Local deliveries throughout Long Island will continue as usual. Pre-orders for fall are now open. Non-local orders will begin shipping again in early September. Click here to learn more.
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| Zone | 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Height Range (ft.) | 15 to 30 |
| Spread (ft.) | 15 to 30 |
| Bloom Time | |
| Bloom Description | Showy, Surround Small Yellow-Green Flowers, White to Pink Bracts |
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| Suggested Use | native plantings, Pollinator Garden, specimen tree, Woodland Garden |
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Flowering Dogwood is a native understory tree with showy spring blooms, fall color, and strong wildlife value, ideal for woodland and native gardens.
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Please note: Sizes 1.5 Gallon and up can’t be shipped outside the counties of Nassau, Suffolk, and Queens.
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Ground shipping is paused due to summer heat. Only local delivery (Long Island & Queens) is available. Orders placed during the pause will begin processing September 1, and ground shipping will resume September 15.
| Size | |
|---|---|
| Common Name | |
| Type | |
| Family | |
| Native? | |
| Zone | 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Height Range (ft.) | 15 to 30 |
| Spread (ft.) | 15 to 30 |
| Bloom Time | |
| Bloom Description | Showy, Surround Small Yellow-Green Flowers, White to Pink Bracts |
| Sun | |
| Water | |
| Maintenance | |
| Suggested Use | native plantings, Pollinator Garden, specimen tree, Woodland Garden |
| Tolerate | |
| Growth Rate | |
| Attracts |
Cornus florida, commonly known as Flowering Dogwood, is a native deciduous understory tree valued for its elegant form, seasonal beauty, and high ecological importance. This small to medium-sized tree typically grows 15 to 30 feet tall with a graceful, horizontally layered branching habit, making it a classic choice for woodland edges and residential landscapes.
In early to mid-spring, showy white to soft pink flower bracts appear before the leaves fully emerge, creating one of the most recognizable spring displays in eastern landscapes. Heart-shaped green leaves follow, forming a light canopy through summer. In fall, the foliage often shifts to rich red or red-purple tones, while clusters of bright red berries provide visual interest and an important food source for birds.
Flowering Dogwood grows best in part shade and prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soils. It benefits from protection from harsh afternoon sun and dry conditions, especially when young. With proper siting, it is a long-lived tree that brings beauty, structure, and habitat value to native-focused plantings.
Iconic spring blooms: Showy flower bracts create early-season impact
Four-season interest: Flowers, summer foliage, fall color, and berries
Understory scale: Ideal size for residential and woodland landscapes
Sun exposure: Part shade; tolerates full sun with adequate moisture
Soil needs: Prefers rich, well-drained, acidic soils
Maintenance: Low—prune in late winter if needed to maintain structure
Woodland edges: Naturally fits beneath taller canopy trees
Native gardens: Serves as a focal point in pollinator-friendly landscapes
Mixed borders: Pairs well with ferns, sedges, and native shrubs
Ecological benefits
Native tree: Supports local ecosystems
Pollinator support: Host plant for native butterflies and moths
Bird value: Berries provide food for songbirds
Plant appearance may vary by season and growing conditions. All plants ship healthy with established root systems.
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Flowering Dogwood thrives in partial shade to full sun, though it prefers dappled light or morning sun with afternoon shade in hot climates. It grows best in moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil, enriched with organic matter. It benefits from mulching and sheltered sites to avoid stress.
Cornus florida typically matures to 20–30 feet tall and wide, with a graceful, horizontal branching habit and rounded canopy. It makes an excellent understory tree, ideal for woodland edges, native borders, or specimen plantings.
It blooms in early to mid-spring (usually April to May) before the leaves fully emerge. The showy “flowers” are actually bracts, which appear in shades of white or pink, depending on the cultivar. These blooms provide a dramatic burst of color after winter.
Yes—Flowering Dogwood is a high-value native species. Its spring blooms attract early-season pollinators, while its red berries (drupes) feed birds and small mammals in late summer and fall. The tree also provides host habitat for several native moth and butterfly species.
Flowering Dogwood is not deer-resistant. Young trees and tender shoots are often browsed by deer, especially in winter. In deer-prone areas, protective fencing or repellents are recommended until trees are well established.
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Ground Shipping Paused
To protect our plants from extreme summer heat, we’ve paused nationwide ground shipping to avoid any damage during transit.
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Fall Pre-Orders Are Open Nationwide!
We will resume normal shipping for non-local orders placed during the pause in early September.
Thank you for your support and understanding—we’re looking forward to growing with you this fall!