Description
Venus Flowering Dogwood is a showstopping hybrid, covered in massive white blooms each spring. Its deep green foliage shifts to a brilliant red in fall, providing a striking contrast in Massachusetts gardens. With a slightly pendulous branching habit, it creates an elegant focal point in any landscape.
Beyond its floral beauty, Venus Flowering Dogwood produces vibrant red berries in late fall. Peeling gray bark and antique red branches add winter interest, ensuring year-round appeal. This hardy and fast-growing tree blends beautifully with other shrubs and trees, enhancing any outdoor space.
Each plant comes in a #7 (7 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
*This plant may not be in bloom at the time of purchase. Whether pre- or post-bloom, rest assured it’s healthy—just not at its showiest.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Cornus 'Venus'
Light: full sun – part shade
Watering: around a couple of inches a week, more while becoming established
Soil: rich, acidic, well draining soil
Zone: 4 – 8
Plant Shape: oriental horizontally-tiered branches
Plant Type: deciduous tree
Mature Size: height (20') , width (20')
Blooming Season: flowers late spring, berries late fall
Growth Rate: fast
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