Flowering Dogwood

About this plant

The Cherokee Brave Flowering Dogwood (Cornus florida 'Cherokee Brave') is celebrated for its spectacular floral display, featuring large, rich rosy-red to deep pink bracts that bloom profusely in early spring before the leaves emerge. These captivating flowers are often highlighted by a white center, creating a truly eye-catching spectacle in any landscape. Beyond its breathtaking blooms, this cultivar offers attractive, dark green foliage that transforms into a beautiful reddish-purple in the fall, providing multi-season interest. Ideal as a specimen tree or as an understory planting, the Cherokee Brave brings a touch of classic American charm to gardens of all sizes. Its graceful, spreading branches and relatively compact size make it a versatile choice for residential landscapes, urban gardens, and even small courtyards. Thriving in well-drained soil and partial shade, this dogwood is a relatively low-maintenance tree once established, offering years of beauty and a welcoming presence to your outdoor spaces. Its fruit is also a valuable food source for local wildlife.

Care & maintenance

Requires well-drained, acidic soil. Mulch annually to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature. Prune only to remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches after flowering. Protect young trees from deer and mechanical damage. Fertilize in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer formulated for acid-loving plants.