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Evergreen Dogwood

Cornus Capitata

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Overview

The Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus capitata) is an alluring tree, thriving in zones 8-9. Its crown can span up to 20 feet wide and reaches heights of 15-30 feet. This specimen boasts leathery, dark green leaves and produces creamy-yellow blooms followed by strawberry-like fruits, favored by birds. Its multi-season interest and moderate growth make it a splendid choice for focal points in both large and small-scale landscapes.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 7–8Type Shrub, Tree
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — scientifically known as Cornus capitata
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — which grace this specimen from late spring into early summerEvergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — It requires consistent moisture, although established trees can withstand periodic droughtsEvergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — Its crown can span up to 20 feet wide and reaches heights of 15-30 feet; these blossoms give way to, image 44Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — The Evergreen Dogwood is ideal for residential gardens; dark green leaves and produces creamy-yellow blooms followed byEvergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — While the actual flowers are small and inconspicuous; dark green leaves and produces creamy-yellow blooms, image 52Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — Originating from the Himalayas; dark green leaves and produces creamy-yellow blooms followed by strawberry-like fruits+70

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
7–8

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub, Tree
Family
Cornaceae

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Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — scientifically known as Cornus capitata
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — which grace this specimen from late spring into early summer
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — It requires consistent moisture, although established trees can withstand periodic droughts
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — Its crown can span up to 20 feet wide and reaches heights of 15-30 feet; these blossoms give way to, image 44
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — The Evergreen Dogwood is ideal for residential gardens; dark green leaves and produces creamy-yellow blooms followed by
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — While the actual flowers are small and inconspicuous; dark green leaves and produces creamy-yellow blooms, image 52
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — Originating from the Himalayas; dark green leaves and produces creamy-yellow blooms followed by strawberry-like fruits
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — scientifically known as Cornus capitata; these blossoms give way to strawberry-like fruit that ripen to a fleshy red in
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — pink and white flowers in the garden
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — shrub / tree for full
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — shrub / tree for full; cold hardiness varies, generally from USDA zones 8 through 10, ensuring viability in many
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — offering year-round visual interest and a moderate growth rate; these blossoms give way to strawberry-like fruit that
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — acidic soil and should be planted in full sun to partial shade; these blossoms give way to strawberry-like, image 56
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — It requires consistent moisture, although established trees can withstand periodic droughts; cold hardiness, image 57
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — spanning 4 to 6 inches in length; cold hardiness varies, generally from USDA zones 8 through 10, ensuring viability in
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — These blossoms give way to strawberry-like fruit that ripen to a fleshy red in the fall, image 53
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — is a compelling choice for any landscape design owing to its notable four-season interest; cold hardiness, image 48
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — It requires consistent moisture, although established trees can withstand periodic droughts; cold hardiness varies
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — Cornus capitata prefers well-drained
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — Its crown can span up to 20 feet wide and reaches heights of 15-30 feet
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — acidic soil and should be planted in full sun to partial shade; these blossoms give way to strawberry-like fruit that
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — yet slightly irregular canopy.<br><br>One of its most captivating features is the bract-covered blooms; these blossoms
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — scientifically known as Cornus capitata; these blossoms give way to strawberry-like fruit that ripen to a, image 47
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — offering year-round visual interest and a moderate growth rate
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