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Cherokee Brave Dogwood

Cornus Florida 'Cherokee Brave'

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Overview

The 'Cherokee Brave' Dogwood (Cornus florida 'Cherokee Brave') is a striking ornamental tree featuring deep pink bracts with a white center. It reaches 15-30 feet in height with a spread of 15-25 feet upon maturity. The tree thrives in USDA zones 5-9, preferring well-drained acidic soil. Spring blooms are followed by red fall foliage and glossy red berries, providing multi-seasonal interest. Ideal for specimen or group plantings in landscapes.

Sun Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 4–9Type TreeClimate Temperate
Cherokee Brave Dogwood (Cornus Florida 'Cherokee Brave') — pink flowers in the garden
Cherokee Brave Dogwood (Cornus Florida 'Cherokee Brave') — but must be watered regularly during the first growing seasonCherokee Brave Dogwood (Cornus Florida 'Cherokee Brave') — where they can be planted to frame entryways or line pathwaysCherokee Brave Dogwood (Cornus Florida 'Cherokee Brave') — bracted blossoms which create the illusion of generously sized pink flowers with a white centerCherokee Brave Dogwood (Cornus Florida 'Cherokee Brave') — providing homeowners with a stunning spring showcase and year-round beautyCherokee Brave Dogwood (Cornus Florida 'Cherokee Brave') — serving as standout specimen trees or integrated into mixed borders for seasonal colorCherokee Brave Dogwood (Cornus Florida 'Cherokee Brave') — Spring blooms are followed by red fall foliage and glossy red berries, providing multi-seasonal+17

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
4–9

Shape & size

Mature height
15–25 Ft.
Mature width
25–35 Ft.

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Cornaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Cherokee Brave Dogwood (Cornus Florida 'Cherokee Brave') — pink flowers in the garden
Cherokee Brave Dogwood (Cornus Florida 'Cherokee Brave') — but must be watered regularly during the first growing season
Cherokee Brave Dogwood (Cornus Florida 'Cherokee Brave') — where they can be planted to frame entryways or line pathways
Cherokee Brave Dogwood (Cornus Florida 'Cherokee Brave') — bracted blossoms which create the illusion of generously sized pink flowers with a white center
Cherokee Brave Dogwood (Cornus Florida 'Cherokee Brave') — providing homeowners with a stunning spring showcase and year-round beauty
Cherokee Brave Dogwood (Cornus Florida 'Cherokee Brave') — serving as standout specimen trees or integrated into mixed borders for seasonal color
Cherokee Brave Dogwood (Cornus Florida 'Cherokee Brave') — Spring blooms are followed by red fall foliage and glossy red berries, providing multi-seasonal
Cherokee Brave Dogwood (Cornus Florida 'Cherokee Brave') — This tree is relatively low-maintenance
Cherokee Brave Dogwood (Cornus Florida 'Cherokee Brave') — Their moderate size also makes them suitable for residential gardens
Cherokee Brave Dogwood (Cornus Florida 'Cherokee Brave') — tree for half or shade
Cherokee Brave Dogwood (Cornus Florida 'Cherokee Brave') — Known for its striking floral display
Cherokee Brave Dogwood (Cornus Florida 'Cherokee Brave') — acidic soil and benefit from partial shade
Cherokee Brave Dogwood (Cornus Florida 'Cherokee Brave') — The foliage further embellishes the tree
Cherokee Brave Dogwood (Cornus Florida 'Cherokee Brave') — Cherokee Brave Dogwoods prefer well-drained
Cherokee Brave Dogwood (Cornus Florida 'Cherokee Brave') — Ideal for specimen or group plantings in landscapes
Cherokee Brave Dogwood (Cornus Florida 'Cherokee Brave') — Cherokee Brave Dogwoods can enhance any landscape design
Cherokee Brave Dogwood (Cornus Florida 'Cherokee Brave') — It reaches 15-30 feet in height with a spread of 15-25 feet upon maturity
Cherokee Brave Dogwood (Cornus Florida 'Cherokee Brave') — which mimics their natural understory habitat
Cherokee Brave Dogwood (Cornus Florida 'Cherokee Brave') — The tree thrives in USDA zones 5-9, preferring well-drained acidic soil
Cherokee Brave Dogwood (Cornus Florida 'Cherokee Brave') — with dark green leaves that turn to a rich red-purple hue in autumn
Cherokee Brave Dogwood (Cornus Florida 'Cherokee Brave') — presenting a lovely rounded canopy
Cherokee Brave Dogwood (Cornus Florida 'Cherokee Brave') — It reaches 15-30 feet in height with a spread of 15-25 feet upon maturity; ideal for specimen or
Cherokee Brave Dogwood (Cornus Florida 'Cherokee Brave') — They are moderately drought-tolerant once established
Cherokee Brave Dogwood (Cornus Florida 'Cherokee Brave') — tree with pink blooms
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