cherokee brave dogwood in the fall colors

florida cultivars, Cherokee Brave™ is also the parent of an exciting new variegated Cornus, 48632'>'Firebird.' This dependable Dogwood is a beloved favorite in gardens across the country, and we are pleased to be able to make it available again.

The fall color is attractive shades of maroon and red, accented by the bright red fall fruit, much prized by wildlife. The leaves emerge in shades of burgundy in early spring and mature to green in summer. Quite a showstopper!Mildew-resistant and far quicker-growing than most other C. 1') Flowering Dogwood blooms in mid to late spring, producing dark pink bracts with white centers. Expect Cherokee Brave™ to reach 15 feet high and a bit wider, acquiring the horizontal layered look so characteristic of mature Dogwoods. Ornamental round red fruits, very attractive to humans and nutritious for birds, follow the blooms and dot the tree throughout late summer, autumn, and into winter, remaining after the leaves have fallen. By summer it is entirely green and very dense, but it turns brilliant maroon again in autumn, remaining for weeks before dropping for winter. The foliage opens with burgundy and maroon tones overlaying the green. The first butterflies of the season immediately pay their respects, beginning a long year of winged visitors that terminates with birds eating the final fruits off the tree in the dead of winter! They remain for weeks, very colorful and attention-getting. Opening before the foliage emerges in spring, giant deep red blooms (actually bracts) starred with a white eye cover the bare branches of this well-proportioned tree.

Large red blooms, spring and fall foliage changes, and ornamental berries all contribute to its popularity as an understory or specimen tree in the landscape. Deservedly one of the most popular American Dogwoods, Cherokee Brave™ offers a bit of extra beauty for every season.

Cherokee brave dogwood in the fall colors