Cornus capitata (Evergreen Dogwood)
Evergreen Dogwood, Bentham's Cornel, Headed-Flowered Dogwood, Himalayan Evergreen Dogwood, Himalayan Strawberry Tree, Benthamidia capitata, Benthamidia fragifera
Prized for its lovely flowers and brightly colored fruit, Cornus capitata (Evergreen Dogwood) is a bushy evergreen tree or shrub of spreading habit, forming a low canopy of ovate, leathery, dark green leaves, that may take on purplish and reddish shades in fall. In early to midsummer, showy creamy-white, petal-like bracts surrounding insignificant, true flowers are on display, contrasting nicely with the evergreen foliage. Grabbing attention, they are followed by clusters of fleshy, strawberry-like, red berries in fall. Ornamentally attractive, they are also edible and hungry birds feast on them. A great choice for mild coastal areas.
- Grows up to 20-40 ft. tall and wide (6-12 m).
- Easily grown in organically rich, medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Intolerant of heat and humidity. Provide a sheltered site.
- Great as a specimen plant or in shrub borders.
- Virtually disease-free and pest-free.
- Propagate by seed in fall or stratify and sow in spring or propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings.
- Native to China.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 8
– 9 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 8
– 9 |
Climate Zones | 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20 |
Plant Type | Shrubs, Trees |
Plant Family | Cornus - Dogwoods |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
Height | 20' – 40' (6m – 12m) |
Spread | 20' – 40' (6m – 12m) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen, Fruit & Berries |
Tolerance | Deer |
Attracts | Birds |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders |
Garden Styles | Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 8
– 9 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 8
– 9 |
Climate Zones | 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20 |
Plant Type | Shrubs, Trees |
Plant Family | Cornus - Dogwoods |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
Height | 20' – 40' (6m – 12m) |
Spread | 20' – 40' (6m – 12m) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen, Fruit & Berries |
Tolerance | Deer |
Attracts | Birds |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders |
Garden Styles | Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow |