5 Seeds Cornus controversa Pagoda Dogwood Ornamental Tree

Cornus controversa, commonly known as Pagoda Dogwood, is a deciduous ornamental tree admired for its distinctive horizontal, tiered branching that creates a striking layered silhouette in the landscape. Its fresh green foliage turns attractive shades of red and purple in autumn, and it produces small white flower clusters in late spring followed by blue-black berries on reddish stems. This listing offers 5 seeds for gardeners seeking a graceful, architectural specimen tree.

Pagoda Dogwood works beautifully as a focal point in mixed borders, woodland gardens, or open lawn settings where its horizontal form can be appreciated. It pairs well with shade-tolerant perennials and understory shrubs. The berries that follow flowering can attract birds and wildlife, adding seasonal interest to the garden.
Species: Cornus controversa
Variety: Not applicable
Type: Deciduous ornamental tree
Plant_Habit: Upright, horizontal tiered branching
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist, well-drained, acidic to neutral
Days_to_Harvest: Not applicable
Zones: 5 to 8
Germination: Cold stratification recommended to improve germination
Sowing: Sow in moist seed-starting mix, lightly cover, keep consistently moist
Spacing: 15 to 25 feet apart
Notes: Slow to moderate growth; best planted in a protected site with room to spread