Dogwoods for the Valley: Beauty, Shade & Local Impact
Dogwoods are a beloved part of the Shenandoah Valley landscape, known for their stunning blooms, vibrant foliage, and four-season interest. These trees not only enhance the beauty of your yard but also support local wildlife and ecosystems. Whether you’re looking to add spring color, summer shade, or winter character, there’s a dogwood variety perfect for your property.
And thanks to our partnership with the Throwing Shade program—an initiative that promotes tree planting in the Shenandoah Valley—you can make a meaningful difference in your community while beautifying your yard. Here’s a look at some of our favorite dogwood varieties available at Waynesboro Landscape & Garden Center:
1. Flowering Dogwood (Cornus florida)
A native favorite, the Flowering Dogwood graces many Shenandoah Valley properties with its iconic white or soft pink spring blooms. In the fall, it produces vibrant red berries and rich foliage, making it a true four-season ornamental tree. It does best in partial shade with well-drained soil.
2. Kousa Dogwood (Cornus kousa)
This dogwood variety blooms a bit later in the spring, extending the season of color. Its creamy white flowers, eye-catching exfoliating bark, and rich fall hues make it a standout specimen tree. It’s also more tolerant of full sun than other types.
3. Pagoda Dogwood (Cornus alternifolia)
Perfect for shaded Valley gardens, the Pagoda Dogwood offers layered, horizontal branching that brings elegance and structure to your landscape. It produces small, nectar-rich white flowers in early summer, supporting local pollinators.
4. Red Twig Dogwood (Cornus sericea)
For winter interest, few trees rival the Red Twig Dogwood. Its vivid red stems pop beautifully against snow-covered Shenandoah backdrops, and it thrives in wetter areas, making it a great choice for naturalized or riparian plantings.
5. Cherokee Brave Dogwood
Known for its deep pink to red blooms and excellent disease resistance, the Cherokee Brave Dogwood adds bold color to your yard while standing up to common regional challenges.
Find the Perfect Dogwood at Waynesboro Landscape & Garden Center
We’re proud to be part of the Shenandoah Valley’s efforts to promote sustainability and beauty through the Throwing Shade program. Our knowledgeable team is here to help you find the ideal dogwood variety for your landscape, whether you’re planting for pollinators, color, shade—or all three.
Visit us today and grow something beautiful for your home and your community.
