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Sgt. Pepper Dogwood

Burgundy Summer Foliage
Bright Winter Stems
Four Season Interest

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Sgt. Pepper Dogwood

Sunlight
Can grow in a range from full sun to partial shade. They need at least six hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight per day.
Watering
Regular watering schedule for the first six months. Once established, rainwater should be sufficient.
Fertilizing
Should not need any extra fertilizer unless your entire lawn and garden have problems and needs regular fertilizing.

Sgt. Pepper Dogwood

Sgt. Pepper Dogwood is a colorful deciduous shrub prized for its deep burgundy foliage, bright red stems, and outstanding winter interest. This compact dogwood delivers bold seasonal color from spring through winter, making it a striking accent in borders, foundation plantings, and mixed shrub beds.

Why choose Sgt. Pepper Dogwood?

Sgt. Pepper Dogwood stands out with its unique combination of dark foliage and vivid red winter stems. While many dogwoods are valued primarily for winter color, this selection provides visual appeal throughout the growing season. New growth emerges richly colored and maintains attractive burgundy tones before transitioning into fall color and revealing brightly colored stems after leaf drop. Its manageable size, four-season interest, and adaptability make it an excellent choice for contemporary landscapes, mass plantings, and wildlife-friendly gardens.

Key Characteristics

Botanical Name: Cornus alba ‘Sgt. Pepper’
Common Name: Sgt. Pepper Dogwood
Plant Type: Deciduous shrub
Growth Habit: Upright, mounded, multi-stemmed shrub

Sgt. Pepper Dogwood Additional Information

Sgt. Pepper Dogwood offers exceptional multi-season landscape value. During spring and summer, the shrub is covered in rich burgundy to purple foliage that creates dramatic contrast with neighboring plants. Small clusters of creamy white flowers may appear in late spring, followed by ornamental berries that can attract songbirds later in the season.

As temperatures cool, foliage develops attractive autumn tones before dropping to reveal its most distinctive feature: brilliant red stems that provide vibrant winter color. The colorful branches are especially effective against snow, evergreens, or neutral winter landscapes. As a deciduous shrub, it benefits from periodic rejuvenation pruning to encourage fresh, brightly colored stems. Sgt. Pepper Dogwood works beautifully in mixed borders, property edges, rain gardens, and mass plantings where its seasonal color can be appreciated throughout the year.

Planting & Care

1. Planting: Plant in well-drained to moderately moist soil in full sun to partial shade. Full sun generally promotes the best foliage and stem coloration.

2. Watering: Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a healthy root system. Once established, maintain moderate soil moisture during extended dry periods.

3. Mulching: Apply organic mulch around the root zone to conserve moisture, moderate soil temperatures, and maintain soil quality.

4. Pruning: In late winter or early spring, remove a portion of the oldest stems to encourage vigorous new growth and maintain vivid stem color.

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FAQs

What makes Sgt. Pepper Dogwood unique?
Its combination of dark burgundy foliage during the growing season and bright red stems in winter provides year-round ornamental interest.
Does Sgt. Pepper Dogwood lose its leaves in winter?
Yes. It is a deciduous shrub that drops its leaves in autumn, revealing colorful stems that remain attractive through winter.
Is Sgt. Pepper Dogwood suitable for foundation plantings?
Yes. Its compact growth habit and four-season appeal make it an excellent choice for foundation beds, borders, and landscape accents.

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Estimated Shipping Time: Most orders ship immediately. As noted on the website, some items are seasonal, and may only ship in spring or fall. Once your order is shipped, you’ll receive an email with a tracking number.

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Lush Foliage
Tall Growth
Seasonal

Mature Height	Large: Up to 6 ft
Mature Spread	5-10 ft
Growth Rate	Fast, Moderate
Botanical Name	Cornus alba
Bloom Time	Mid spring
Deer Resistant	Usually
Family	Cornaceae
Flower Color	White
Hardiness Zones	3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Light Needs	Full Sun, Partial Sun
Maintenance	Low
Size	#3 Container

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Growing Zones 5-8 Outdoors

(Hardy down to -20)

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