WHAT: Clusters of small yellow flowers appear on the stems of the Cornelian cherry dogwood in February. At first glance, the tree appears to be a forsythia, except that it is much bigger and blooms in mid-winter.
Grown as either a large shrub or small tree, this dogwood will draw immediate attention when placed in front of evergreens or a dark painted house.
It provides some of the first color in the winter landscape and birds love its cherry red fruits in the summer.
SUN OR SHADE: It prefers full sun to part shade in well-drained soil.
SIZE: This tree matures at 25 feet tall and 15 feet wide in the maritime Northwest.
SEE IT: You can find this tree at the Evergreen Arboretum & Gardens, 145 Alverson Blvd., Everett, www.evergreenarboretum.com. Turn to the right as you pass through the periwinkle blue entrance columns where this tree cannot be missed.
Source: Sandra Schumacher / Evergreen Arboretum & Gardens
Talk to us
> Give us your news tips.
> Send us a letter to the editor.
> More Herald contact information.
