White Dogwood Tree - Cornus florida Bare Root Starter, 12-24 Inches

About This Plant

White Dogwood (Cornus florida) is a deciduous flowering tree celebrated for its elegant white spring blooms, vibrant red fall foliage, and bright red berries that attract birds. It offers graceful branching and winter interest, making it a standout focal point in the landscape.

What You Will Receive

✔️ 1 live White Dogwood bare root starter tree
✔️ Height: approximately 12–24 inches
✔️ Ships bare root (no pot or foliage)
✔️ Healthy, rooted tree
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

Growing Information

• Common Name: White Dogwood
• Botanical Name: Cornus florida
• Plant Type: Deciduous flowering tree
• Growth Stage: Bare root starter tree
• Sun Requirements: Partial shade (tolerates morning sun)
• Soil: Moist, well-draining, organically rich soil
• Watering: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist while establishing
• Mature Height: 15–30 feet
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• USDA Zones: 5–9
• Container Friendly: Suitable for temporary container growing while young

Care Tip: Plant your bare root tree as soon as possible after arrival. Soak the roots in water for several hours before planting, then water deeply and apply mulch around the base to help retain moisture while keeping mulch a few inches away from the trunk. Choose a location with partial shade for best long-term performance.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

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