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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

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
7–8

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub, Tree
Family
Cornaceae

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Photos (77)

Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — dark green leaves and produces creamy-yellow blooms followed by strawberry-like fruits, image 25
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — dark green leaves and produces creamy-yellow blooms followed by strawberry-like fruits
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — While the actual flowers are small and inconspicuous
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — Originating from the Himalayas
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — Cold hardiness varies, generally from USDA zones 8 through 10, ensuring viability in many temperate regions
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — shrub / tree with pink and white blooms; these blossoms give way to strawberry-like fruit that ripen to a fleshy red in
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — This specimen boasts leathery
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — which grace this specimen from late spring into early summer; cold hardiness varies, generally from USDA, image 51
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — which grace this specimen from late spring into early summer; cold hardiness varies, generally from USDA zones 8 through
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