Swamp Dogwood
Cornus foemina
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Varieties We Bring In
Last received Jul 16, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
About Swamp Dogwood
Swamp Dogwood (Cornus foemina) is a native deciduous tree or large shrub found along stream banks and wetland margins. It bears flat clusters of small white flowers in spring followed by blue-black drupes favored by birds. Starting at $19.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- Loam, Clay, Acidic, Wet
Care essentials
Swamp Dogwood thrives in full sun to part shade in NE Florida. At least 4 hours of direct sun daily produces the best flowering and fruit set; it will tolerate filtered light along woodland edges near wet areas.
Keep soil consistently moist to wet; this native of swamp margins and stream banks tolerates periodic flooding. Supplemental irrigation is needed in NE Florida's dry season (Oct–May) if not planted in a naturally wet spot.
Plant in moist, acidic loam or clay. Sandy upland sites require organic amendment and reliable irrigation. Fertilize lightly in spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer; avoid heavy feeding that promotes weak growth.
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Common questions
Is Swamp Dogwood a good plant for St. Augustine?
Swamp Dogwood is a tree for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 10-20 feet × 10-20 feet.