Cornus controversa: Giant Dogwood Seeds

Zones: 5 to 8
Mature Height: 45 to 60 feet
Mature Spread: 20 to 30 feet

The Giant Dogwood has tiered branches bearing masses of small white flowers. Fruits change from red to black as they ripen. This wide-spreading and picturesque tree makes a good addition to gardens.

When choosing a location, keep in mind that the giant dogwood has a fast growth rate. It grows up to 60 feet in height and 30 feet in spread. It can be planted in zones 5 to 8. Prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

How To Start These Seeds:
Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours
Stratification: Warm stratify for 120 days, cold stratify for 90 days
Germination: sow seed 3/8 inch deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed
Other: Natural fall sowing in mulched beds

Seed Count Per Packet:
This packet contains 40 hand-sorted, high-quality seeds.

If refrigerated upon receipt, these seeds can be stored for up to a year before you decide to use them.