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Dogwood - Cherokee Brave
USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9.
Description
A Striking Ornamental Dogwood with Vibrant Red Flowers and Year-Round Appeal
The Cherokee Brave Dogwood is a stunning ornamental tree celebrated for its vibrant, scarlet-red flowers in mid to late spring. This small to medium-sized dogwood offers layered beauty throughout the seasons, with deep green summer foliage, red fruit in the fall, and attractive branching in winter. Hardy and adaptable, the Cherokee Brave Dogwood is ideal for home gardens, landscapes, and specimen plantings, providing both ornamental value and seasonal interest.
Key Features:
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Showy Red Flowers: Striking scarlet-red blooms appear in spring, creating a beautiful focal point in any garden.
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Ornamental Fruit: Small red berries develop in summer to fall, attracting birds and adding interest to your landscape.
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Year-Round Appeal: Offers multi-season beauty with spring blooms, summer foliage, fall berries, and winter branch structure.
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Compact Size: Perfect for smaller yards or as a specimen tree in larger landscapes.
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Hardy and Adaptable: Thrives in various soil types and growing conditions with minimal maintenance.
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Height: 15–25 feet
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Spread: 15–25 feet
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Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Hardiness Zones:
Zones: 5–9
Chill Hours:
N/A
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Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade for optimal flowering and growth.
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Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.
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Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods.
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Pruning: Minimal pruning needed; remove dead or damaged wood after flowering.
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Pollination: Self-pollinating, though additional dogwoods can improve fruit set.
Landscape Uses:
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Ideal for home gardens, patios, and specimen plantings.
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Adds vibrant spring color and ornamental berries in summer and fall.
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Great for attracting birds and pollinators while enhancing any landscape.
The Cherokee Brave Dogwood is an elegant addition to any garden or landscape, combining dramatic red spring flowers with ornamental berries and lush foliage. Its compact size, low-maintenance care, and year-round appeal make it a standout choice for gardeners seeking beauty and seasonal interest.
Shipping
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We are now offering $15 flat rate shipping for all tree orders! Replacement tree shipping cost will be $15 per box. We still cannot ship to some states and US territories based off the Agricultural Laws that may be in place. Please see below for all exclusions.
If you have any questions concerning transit time for your order, please feel free to contact us at info@plantmegreen.com or toll free 855-817-5268.
Trees: Due to strict Agricultural Laws in place, we currently cannot ship to the following states: Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii. We cannot ship to Puerto Rico or international.
How to Plant
STEP 2) Once you've located the perfect spot, the hole you are digging must be at least double the width and as deep as the root system you are planting.
STEP 3) Remove the plant from the pot and place the root ball in the hole. The top of the root system should be level with the ground. Before placing the tree or shrub in the hole, use your hands to gently break up the root system.
STEP 4) Once the plant is in place, backfill the hole with native soil and any leftover potting material.
STEP 5) Pack down the soil to eliminate any air pockets.
STEP 6) When finished, water thoroughly.
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