.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Venus' Rutgers Hybrid Dogwood Cornus 'Venus' - Single Stem Description This hybrid dogwood features vibrant blooms and attractive foliage, making it an excellent focal point in any garden. Its single stem structure provides a clean, elegant silhouette year-round. Suggested Uses Ideal for border plantings, specimen trees, or as a centerpiece in landscape designs. Suitable for use in garden beds, entryways, and decorative containers. Plant Details Botanical Name: Cornus 'Venus' Common Name: Venus' Rutgers Hybrid Dogwood Size & Growth: Up to 10 ft tall and wide; moderate growth rate Hardiness Zones: 5-8 Foliage Type: Deciduous Bloom Time: Late Spring to Early Summer Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets Fragrant: Slight fragrance during blooming Cut Flower: Yes Grows Well With: Ferns, Hostas, Fountain Grass Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Water regularly during establishment. Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist, but not waterlogged Soil Type: Loamy, rich soil Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity Pruning Instructions: Remove dead or crossing branches after flowering to shape plant Winter Care: Mulch around root zone; protect with burlap if severe cold Planting Depth: Plant with root ball at soil level Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring and mid-summer Special Care: Avoid overwatering; ensure good air circulation to prevent disease
