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Pagoda Dogwood
Cornus alternifolia
SKU #02787
LIGHT:
Filtered sun, Partial shade, Partial sun
WATER:
Keep soil moist.
SIZE:
Moderate growing to 20 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | Strong horizontal branching that resembles the spreading roof line of a pagoda creates an attractive winter silhouette while bare, and a soft, beautifully tiered effect when covered with dark green summer foliage. Fall foliage is generally reddish purple. Masses of tiny, white, fragrant flowers appear in early summer. An elegant specimen for small spaces. |
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| Bloom Time | Early summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Fall Color, Ornamental Berries, North American Native, Attracts Pollinators, Benefits Birds |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Hillside |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Foliage Fall Color | Red |
| Companion Plants | Viburnum (Viburnum); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Carpet Bugle (Ajuga reptens); Lilyturf (Liriope); Virginia Creeper (Parthenocissus quinquefolia) |
| Care Instructions | Prefers well-drained, acidic soil with consistent moisture in a partially shaded site. Provide shelter from harsh winds. Water deeply at regular intervals during the first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. Apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Mulch to keep roots cool, keeping mulch away from crown. |
| History | Pagoda Dogwood is native to North America, from Newfoundland to Minnesota, southward to the extreme southern Appalachians, and westward to Missouri. . |
Details
| Description | Strong horizontal branching that resembles the spreading roof line of a pagoda creates an attractive winter silhouette while bare, and a soft, beautifully tiered effect when covered with dark green summer foliage. Fall foliage is generally reddish purple. Masses of tiny, white, fragrant flowers appear in early summer. An elegant specimen for small spaces. |
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| Bloom Time | Early summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Fall Color, Ornamental Berries, North American Native, Attracts Pollinators, Benefits Birds |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Hillside |
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| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Foliage Fall Color | Red |
| Companion Plants | Viburnum (Viburnum); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Carpet Bugle (Ajuga reptens); Lilyturf (Liriope); Virginia Creeper (Parthenocissus quinquefolia) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Prefers well-drained, acidic soil with consistent moisture in a partially shaded site. Provide shelter from harsh winds. Water deeply at regular intervals during the first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. Apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Mulch to keep roots cool, keeping mulch away from crown. |
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History
| History | Pagoda Dogwood is native to North America, from Newfoundland to Minnesota, southward to the extreme southern Appalachians, and westward to Missouri. . |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Pagoda Dogwood produce flowers?
Early summer
Is Pagoda Dogwood evergreen or deciduous?
Pagoda Dogwood is Deciduous.
What are the special features of Pagoda Dogwood?
Pagoda Dogwood is Attracts Butterflies, Fall Color, Ornamental Berries, North American Native, Attracts Pollinators, Benefits Birds.
How fast does Pagoda Dogwood grow?
Pagoda Dogwood has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Pagoda Dogwood in my landscape?
Pagoda Dogwood is suitable for: Border, Hillside.
What color are Pagoda Dogwood flowers?
Pagoda Dogwood produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of Pagoda Dogwood?
Pagoda Dogwood has Dark Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Pagoda Dogwood?
Good companion plants for Pagoda Dogwood include: Viburnum (Viburnum); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Carpet Bugle (Ajuga reptens); Lilyturf (Liriope); Virginia Creeper (Parthenocissus quinquefolia).
How do I care for Pagoda Dogwood?
Prefers well-drained, acidic soil with consistent moisture in a partially shaded site. Provide shelter from harsh winds. Water deeply at regular intervals during the first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. Apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Mulch to keep roots cool, keeping mulch away from crown.
What is the history of Pagoda Dogwood?
Pagoda Dogwood is native to North America, from Newfoundland to Minnesota, southward to the extreme southern Appalachians, and westward to Missouri. .
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.