{"product_id":"giant-dogwood-cornus-controversa-60-seeds-hardy-deciduous-flowering-tree-fast-growing-showy-white-blooms-brilliant-red-fall-color-bird-friendly","title":"Giant Dogwood – Cornus controversa 60 Seeds | Hardy Deciduous Flowering Tree  Fast Growing | Showy White Blooms | Brilliant Red Fall Color | Bird Friendly","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"193\" data-end=\"545\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"193\" data-end=\"213\"\u003eCornus controversa\u003c\/em\u003e, commonly known as Giant Dogwood or the Wedding Cake Tree, is a stunning deciduous tree prized for its elegant, tiered horizontal branching and beautiful seasonal display. Growing 30–50 feet tall, this fast to moderately growing tree develops a wide-spreading, picturesque canopy that makes a striking focal point in the landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"547\" data-end=\"830\"\u003eIn mid to late spring, Giant Dogwood produces abundant flat clusters of creamy white flowers (up to 5 inches across). These showy blooms are followed by attractive fruits that transition from red to blue-black as they ripen, providing an excellent food source for birds and wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"832\" data-end=\"1083\"\u003eLarge, graceful leaves (5–8 inches long) are dark green above and silvery-green beneath, turning a vibrant red in autumn for outstanding fall color. Young trees grow upright, gradually developing the signature layered branching pattern as they mature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1233\"\u003eAn excellent choice for lawns, shade gardens, patios, or as a specimen tree, Giant Dogwood adds structure, beauty, and wildlife value to any garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1397\"\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1255\"\u003e✔ 60 \u003cem data-start=\"1260\" data-end=\"1280\"\u003eCornus controversa\u003c\/em\u003e seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1289\"\u003e✔ Clearly labeled seed packet\u003cbr data-start=\"1318\" data-end=\"1321\"\u003e✔ Detailed germination instructions\u003cbr data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1359\"\u003e✔ Non-GMO seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1377\"\u003e✔ Secure packaging\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1423\"\u003e🌼 Growing Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1894\"\u003eCommon Name: Giant Dogwood, Wedding Cake Tree\u003cbr data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1473\"\u003eBotanical Name: \u003cem data-start=\"1489\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003eCornus controversa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1509\" data-end=\"1512\"\u003ePlant Type: Deciduous flowering tree\u003cbr data-start=\"1548\" data-end=\"1551\"\u003eUSDA Zones: 5–8\u003cbr data-start=\"1566\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003eHeight: 30–50 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1590\"\u003eSpread: 25–35 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1608\" data-end=\"1611\"\u003eGrowth Rate: Fast to Moderate (18+ inches annually)\u003cbr data-start=\"1662\" data-end=\"1665\"\u003eSun: Full sun to part shade\u003cbr data-start=\"1692\" data-end=\"1695\"\u003eSoil: Clay, sand, or loam; prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil\u003cbr data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1767\"\u003eWater: Medium\u003cbr data-start=\"1780\" data-end=\"1783\"\u003eDrought Tolerance: Moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"1810\" data-end=\"1813\"\u003eMaintenance: Low\u003cbr data-start=\"1829\" data-end=\"1832\"\u003eFall Color: Showy red\u003cbr data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"1856\"\u003eWildlife Value: Fruit attracts birds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1896\" data-end=\"1915\"\u003e🌿 Landscape Uses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1917\" data-end=\"2024\"\u003e• Specimen or focal point tree\u003cbr data-start=\"1947\" data-end=\"1950\"\u003e• Lawn or shade tree\u003cbr data-start=\"1970\" data-end=\"1973\"\u003e• Patio or deck accent\u003cbr data-start=\"1995\" data-end=\"1998\"\u003e• Street tree\u003cbr data-start=\"2011\" data-end=\"2014\"\u003e• Bonsai\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2026\" data-end=\"2055\"\u003e🌱 Germination Instructions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2057\" data-end=\"2137\"\u003eGiant Dogwood seeds require both warm and cold stratification to break dormancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"2139\" data-end=\"2334\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2139\" data-end=\"2177\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2142\" data-end=\"2177\"\u003eSoak seeds in water for 24 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2178\" data-end=\"2210\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2181\" data-end=\"2210\"\u003eWarm stratify for 120 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2211\" data-end=\"2278\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2214\" data-end=\"2278\"\u003eCold stratify for 90 days at 40°F in a moist (not wet) medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2279\" data-end=\"2334\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2282\" data-end=\"2334\"\u003eSow 1\/4 inch deep and keep evenly moist (not wet).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Tree Seeds Plus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47826213994737,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/4476\/0049\/files\/ListingShopify6_13.jpg?v=1771969624","url":"https:\/\/sejahteraseeds.com\/products\/giant-dogwood-cornus-controversa-60-seeds-hardy-deciduous-flowering-tree-fast-growing-showy-white-blooms-brilliant-red-fall-color-bird-friendly","provider":"Sejahtera Seeds and Bulbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}