Red Dogwood Trees For Sale - Cornus Florida
Red Flowering Dogwood is an upright, ornamental, and deciduous tree. Bold red flowers brighten your landscape in the spring.>Are you looking for easy care without sacrificing high impact? This is a low-maintenance plant you will be proud to have at your home. The bark changes its color and texture over time, beginning smooth and becoming scaly and gray brown as it ages. Its flowers bloom in the spring and develop into small red berries.
Plant Details - Red Flowering Dogwood
Family: Cornaceae
Light Requirement: Full Sun
Water Needs: Moist
Height: 15 – 30 ft.
Spread: 15 – 30 ft.
Growth Rate: Fast
Bloom Time: Spring
Flower Color: Red
Wildlife Value: Attracts bees, butterflies
Landscape Uses and Maintenance - Red Flowering Dogwood
Red Flowering Dogwood has bright, showy red flowers (bracts) that are attractive and stand out in the landscape. This is a head turner for sure! edges of your garden beds, or to add plenty of curb appeal to your home. It will create shade.
Red Dogwood Tree is attractive to pollinators and wildlife due to its nectar-filled flowers and seeds. Birds and various small mammals will eat the seeds.>Prune off this tree's damaged, diseased, decaying, or rubbing branches. Open wounds allow fungi and other pathogens to enter your tree and cause disease. Prune in late winter. Avoid pruning this tree in the spring as this is when it blooms.
Water thoroughly from the time you first plant your tree until it is well established. Water this tree during drought, especially during the hot summer months.
Noteworthy Characteristics of the Red Flowering Dogwood Tree
Did you know that the Red Flowering Dogwood flowers aren’t red? The true flowers are at the center of the “flower”. The “petals” are a type of modified leaf. This tree, along with other members of the Dogwood family, is a host plant to the Cecropia silk moth and the Spring and Summer Azure butterflies. TN Nursery offers premium quality trees at low grower prices.
Customer Reviews
The Red Dogwood Tree from TN Nursery was better than I imagined. It came in pristine condition, with flexible branches and radiant leaves. A truly outstanding addition to my garden.
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The Red Dogwood Tree I planted from TN Nursery has already transformed my front yard. It arrived full of vitality and with a strong root system. The color and structure are absolutely gorgeous.
From ordering to delivery, everything was seamless. My Red Dogwood Tree was strong, vibrant, and expertly packed. I’ve had many trees shipped before, but this one was by far the most resilient and striking.
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How big does a red dogwood tree get?
A Red Dogwood tree usually grows 15 to 25 feet tall with a similar spread. Its rounded shape and brilliant spring blooms make it a standout in any landscape. With proper sunlight and care, it stays compact and beautifully balanced.
Where to plant a red dogwood tree?
Plant a Red Dogwood tree in a spot with partial sun to light shade and well-drained, moist soil. It thrives best in areas protected from harsh afternoon heat. With the right location, it grows healthy and produces stunning blooms each year.
How quickly does red dogwood grow?
A Red Dogwood tree grows at a moderate rate, adding about 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 feet of growth each year. It establishes easily and develops a graceful shape over time. With the right care, it quickly becomes a beautiful focal point in any yard.
Exposure
The Red Flowering Dogwood thrives in partial shade to full sun. It favors morning sun and evening shade or dappled sunlight, as this balance helps prevent leaf scorch and promotes vibrant blooms. Ensure it receives at least a few hours of sunlight daily.
Height at Maturity
Under 25 Feet
Usage
Flowering
Shipped As
Bare-root
Ships
UPS
Planting Zones
3-9
How To Grow
How to Grow and Care for Bare Root Trees
Bare root trees are shipped dormant without soil, making them lightweight, cost-effective, and easy to plant during the cool months of early spring or fall. To begin, soak the roots in a bucket of water for 4–6 hours before planting to rehydrate them. Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil and ample space for the tree’s mature size.
Dig a hole twice as wide as the spread of the roots and deep enough to keep the root flare (where the roots begin to spread from the trunk) at or slightly above ground level. Create a small mound of soil in the center of the hole, spread the roots evenly over it, backfill with native soil, and gently tamp down to remove air pockets. Water thoroughly after planting.
Keep the soil consistently moist (not soggy) during the first growing season, and apply mulch around the base—avoiding direct contact with the trunk—to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Stake the tree if necessary, and prune only to remove dead or damaged branches. With proper care, your bare root tree will establish quickly and grow strong for years to come.
