Pink Flowering Dogwood

Pink Flowering Dogwood

15 Gallon
$469.00
Sale price  $469.00 Regular price 
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Pink Flowering Dogwood

Cornus florida 'Rubra'

Classic Native Spring Pink Blooms • Graceful Layered Branching • High-Maintenance & Disease-Prone

$469.00
Sale price  $469.00 Regular price 
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We specialize in plants grown and delivered in their original pots and soil.
Because of their size and weight, our plants are not suitable for long-distance shipping and are delivered locally to ensure health and quality.

While delivery is limited to our local service area, we’re happy to support garden design and plant selection remotely.

For local plant professionals, we’re always glad to connect and explore ways to support your customers.

The native Pink Flowering Dogwood is a sentimental favorite, known for its graceful, horizontal branching and delicate pink bracts in early spring. However, it is highly susceptible to dogwood anthracnose and struggles with the heat and drought of many Bay Area microclimates. It is best attempted only in cool, coastal areas with perfect drainage and air circulation.

  • Bears the classic, large, rounded pink bracts (often white at the center) in early spring before the leaves emerge.

  • Develops a beautiful, layered, horizontal branching structure that is attractive even in winter.

  • High Risk: Very susceptible to potentially fatal dogwood anthracnose and also prone to powdery mildew. Requires a cool, moist, well-drained site with excellent air circulation to have a chance.

  • Not recommended for hot inland valleys. Best suited for Sunset zones 15-17 with vigilant care.

Knowing how we measure the size?

Knowing how we measure the size?

When browsing our plants, you may notice size terms such as Gallon, Multi, or Stand. These describe how a plant is grown, containerized, or structured at the time of sale — not just its height. Understanding these terms will help you choose the right plant for your space and expectations.

🌱 Gallon Size (Container Size)

Gallon refers to the size of the nursery container the plant is currently growing in (e.g. 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 15 Gallon).

  • A larger gallon size generally means:

    • A more established root system

    • A sturdier plant

    • Faster visual impact after planting

  • Example:

    • 5 Gallon: Ideal for residential gardens, easy to handle, good balance of value and maturity

    • 15 Gallon: More mature, provides quicker results in the landscape

Note: Gallon size does not guarantee a specific height, as growth varies by species.


🌳 Multi (Multi-Trunk / Multi-Branch Form)

Multi indicates the plant has multiple trunks or main stems growing from the base.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Ornamental trees

    • Feature plants

    • Japanese maples, olives, crepe myrtles, etc.

  • Why choose Multi:

    • Fuller, more sculptural appearance

    • Strong visual presence even at younger ages

    • Popular for design-focused landscapes


🌲 Stand (Single-Trunk / Standard Form)

Stand (short for Standard) refers to a single, dominant trunk with a raised or naturally formed canopy.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Shade trees

    • Street trees

    • Orchard and structural plantings

  • Why choose Stand:

    • Clean, classic tree form

    • Easier clearance for walkways and lawns

    • Preferred for long-term structure and uniformity


🌿 Choosing the Right Size

  • If you want instant impact → larger Gallon, Multi form

  • If you want long-term structure → Stand form

  • If you want flexibility and value → mid-size Gallon containers

If you’re unsure which size or form fits your project, our team is happy to help you select the best option based on your space, timeline, and design goals.

Quick facts
  • Features:Oval, leathery leaves with rough texture, green in summer turning vibrant red in fall. True small green flowers are surrounded by showy, four-petaled pink-and-white bracts that appear before leaves. Produces clusters of round, red berries with yellow flesh containing seeds.
  • Mature Height: 20-30 ft
  • Mature Width: 20-30 ft
  • Growth Rate: Slow
  • Light Needs: Partial shade (afternoon shade recommended)
  • Key Advantages:Spectacular spring floral display,Outstanding fall color,Ornamental red berries,Graceful horizontal branching
  • Landscape Uses:Woodland gardens,Specimen plantings,Asian-inspired landscapes,Naturalized areas
  • Special Care:Prefers moist, well-drained acidic soil,Protect from intense afternoon sun,Mulch to maintain soil moisture
  • Seasonal Interest:Flowers: Early spring (before leaves),Berries: Late summer through fall,Fall Foliage: Vibrant red
FAQs

Q: Should I plant this in my Bay Area garden?A:Only if you are in acool, coastal microclimate (Sunset 15-17)and are prepared to provide optimal conditions: acidic, well-drained soil, consistent moisture (not wet), afternoon shade, and excellent air circulation. For most gardeners, a Kousa or hybrid dogwood is a much safer, more successful choice.

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We deliver carefully to your property

Our drivers are trained to handle living plants, not just boxes. For many trees, we can set them in place near the planting site.

Grow with our ongoing support

You’ll receive basic care guidelines, and you can always reach out if you’re unsure about watering, fertilizing, or pruning.

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