Cherokee Chief® Flowering Dogwood
Cornus florida 'Cherokee Chief'
Mature Height: 15 to 20 ft.
Mature Spread: 15 to 20 ft.
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Cherokee Chief® shares the natural elegance, textured bark, and beautiful dark green leaves of the classic pink dogwood but guarantees true to color rose-red blooms. The beauty of this tree is easily accentuated by a white backdrop from a house, fence, or tree like a larger white blooming dogwood or spring snow crabapple. Dogwood trees are incredibly underrated in the fall, their prism of reds, purples, and oranges easily rivals a maple tree for best in show. For those who love birds, dogwood trees are a great choice. The berries will attract songbirds, but are no-mess as they are small and non-sticky. Given all of these positives it is no wonder that dogwoods are one of the most beloved North American trees.
| Bloom Color: | A full rich red through the entire bloom |
| Bloom Period: | Early to Mid Spring |
| Fall Color: | A rusty brick red mixed with shades of purple, yellow, and orange |
| Foliage Color: | Green; new foliage is bright green |
| Genus & Species: | Cornus florida 'Cherokee Chief' |
| Growth Rate: | Slow to moderate |
| Mature Height: | 15 to 20 ft. |
| Mature Spread: | 15 to 20 ft. |
| Soil Type: | Adaptable, but prefers moist, well draining soil that is rich in organic matter |
| Sun Exposure: | Full sun, partial sun, partial shade |
| Zone: | 5 to 9 |
General care for any tree or shrub is easy, but like any living thing will require your attention. Please educate yourself and follow these simple rules.
Customer Reviews
My tree arrived beautifully packaged with no broken branches. It was at least 30 inches tall with healthy leaf buds and has a beautiful form. I would definitely recommend this company!
I ordered a Dogwood and it arrived healthy and ready to plant. Very happy with service.
The tree arrived promptly at my house. It was in beautiful condition. I planted right away as directed. Seems to be doing great so far. I highly recommend New Blooms and look forward to using them throughout the future.
These are the best mail order plants that I ever received. the roots are amazing with all the capillary roots intact. I waited to write anything till the plants leafed. every bud made it. Can't wait tell their old enough to flower.
The tree arrived with very healthy roots, and is the size listed. Great communication from the nursery regarding shipping timing.