As the tree matures, the bark begins to exfoliate and becomes quite attractive. ‘Kousa’Īnother dogwood in high demand, ‘Kousa’ produces white or light pink blossoms in the spring, a red berry that wildlife finds hard to resist and a rich, red fall color. There are even dogwoods in the Cherokee series with variegated leaves. ‘Cherokee Brave’ and ‘Cherokee Chief’ each boast luxurious, pink flowers. ‘Cherokee Princess’ features large, white blossoms and four-season interest. Three of our most popular varieties belong to the Cherokee series. Here are some varieties to consider: Cherokee Series Each species offers its own special beauty in the garden. It’s no wonder the dogwood has been adopted as the state tree in Virginia or that numerous cultivars have been developed by the nursery industry!Īt Merrifield Garden Center, we carry more than 25 different types of dogwoods, including trees and shrubs.
Fall brings bright, red fruit and showy, red leaves.
The spreading, horizontal branching pattern helps to soften the sharp edges of homes and buildings. After the beautiful blossoms fade, this small- to medium-sized tree continues to be an asset in the landscape. Nothing says spring quite like a flowering dogwood! Native to the eastern United States, our flowering dogwood is beloved for its large, white or pink bracts (large, petal-like forms) that blanket the tree in a cloud of glorious color just before the leaves emerge.
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