Dogwood Seeds – Pink

Dogwood Seeds – Pink Variety produce one of the most admired ornamental trees in North America, known for its beautiful pink blossoms and graceful branching structure. The pink dogwood tree adds striking color and texture to any garden or landscape, especially during spring when its flowers are in full bloom.

This deciduous tree offers year-round appeal — vibrant pink flowers in spring, lush green foliage in summer, and rich red or purple leaves in fall. Dogwood trees are also known for their adaptability and moderate size, making them perfect for small gardens, lawns, or as accent trees in residential landscapes.

Features:

• Type: Deciduous ornamental tree

• Common Name (US): Dogwood

• Variety: Pink Flowering Dogwood (Cornus florida var. rubra)

• Flower Color: Soft to deep pink

• Foliage Color: Green in summer; red to purple in fall

• Growth Habit: Rounded canopy with layered branches

• Height: 15–25 feet (4.5–7.5 m)

• Soil Requirement: Well-drained, slightly acidic soil rich in organic matter

• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade

• Watering: Regular; keep soil evenly moist

• Bloom Time: Spring (March to May)

• Special Feature: Attracts butterflies and birds

Specifications:

• Planting Season: Fall or early spring

• Hardiness Zones (USDA): Zones 5–9

• Sowing Method: Cold stratify seeds for 90–120 days before sowing; start indoors or direct sow after frost

• Germination Time: 90–120 days (with pre-chilling)

• Germination Temperature: 60–70°F (15–21°C)

• Spacing Between Plants: 15–20 feet (4.5–6 m)

• Mature Height: 15–25 feet (4.5–7.5 m)

• Best Growing Months:

  • Northern Zones (5–6): April to October

  • Mid Zones (7–8): March to November

  • Southern Zones (9): February to December

• Maintenance: Low to moderate; prune after flowering to shape tree and remove dead branches

• Uses: Ornamental landscapes, shade trees, wildlife gardens, and front-yard features