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Red Dogwood Tree

Red Dogwood Tree

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. The tree 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.

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Planting & Growing Information

Ships

Ships in Spring 2027

Planting Zone

3-9

Height at Maturity

Under 25 Feet

Water Needs

Low

Sun or Shade

Full sun and Partial shade

Bloom Season

Spring/Early Summer

Care

Red Flowering Dogwood thrives in well-drained soil with regular watering, especially during dry spells. Mulch the base to keep moisture and keep weeds at bay. Trim after blooming to hold shape and clear any dead or diseased branches.

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.

Plant Attributes

Thrives in various growing conditions , Shade tolerant and sun tolerant, Disease resistant and hardy

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. The tree 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.

Planting & Growing Information

Ships

Ships in Spring 2027

Planting Zone

3-9

Height at Maturity

Under 25 Feet

Water Needs

Low

Sun or Shade

Full sun and Partial shade

Bloom Season

Spring/Early Summer

Care

Red Flowering Dogwood thrives in well-drained soil with regular watering, especially during dry spells. Mulch the base to keep moisture and keep weeds at bay. Trim after blooming to hold shape and clear any dead or diseased branches.

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.

Plant Attributes

Thrives in various growing conditions , Shade tolerant and sun tolerant, Disease resistant and hardy

Product Details

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

Vibrant red dogwood tree with lush foliage in landscaped garden bed

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.

Bare-root Red Dogwood Tree with slender brown trunk and tangled roots

Compact Size: 

Reaching only 20-30 feet in height, the Red Flowering Dogwood is perfect for residential landscaping, capturing attention without overwhelming the space.

Unique Bark: 

The light gray bark transitions from smooth in its early years to a distinctive, scale-like texture as it ages, adding aesthetic appeal.

Attractive Berries: 

Fall time is when the berries come into the picture, and they'll keep the rose-red around for a little longer. If you enjoy looking at birds, you'll want to invest in at least one of these trees.

Vibrant Seasonal Colors: 

Red Flowering Dogwood offers eye-catching colors from spring to fall, with bright rose flowers in spring and reddish-purple leaves in autumn.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

Why Buy Bare Root Plants From TN Nursery?

Since 1959, TN Nursery has grown and shipped quality bare root plants nationwide. Shipped during dormancy, bare-root plants develop strong root systems and establish quickly. Our experienced team carefully harvests and packages every order, providing growers with trusted plants backed by over 65 years of nursery experience.

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