Cornus capitata — Bentham's Cornel Dogwood is an ornamental dogwood with showy creamy bracts, evergreen to semi-evergreen foliage in mild climates, and attractive red fruit clusters.
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Bentham's Cornel Dogwood is an ornamental dogwood with showy creamy bracts, evergreen to semi-evergreen foliage in mild climates, and attractive red fruit clusters. It is a useful addition for gardeners looking for distinctive seed-grown plants with ornamental, edible, ecological, or collection value.
Clean seed and provide stratification as needed for dogwood species. Sow in a well-drained mix and keep evenly moist.
Seed germination can vary by freshness, storage, temperature, and growing conditions. Use clean containers and a well-drained seed-starting medium.
Bentham's Cornel Dogwood can be used where its mature size, sunlight needs, and moisture preferences are matched to the site. For best performance, provide full sun to partial shade and average moisture; well-drained soil.
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View Seedman Product PageBentham's Cornel Dogwood is useful for flowering dogwood tree seeds, garden displays, and specialty seed growing.
Plant according to the crop type, using warm conditions for tropical or summer plants and cooler conditions for cool-season flowers.
Most varieties perform best in full sun, though some tolerate partial shade depending on climate.
Many ornamental varieties can be grown in containers if given proper soil, light, and moisture.