Big Chocolate Chip Pagoda Dogwood
Cornus alternifolia 'Big Chocolate Chip'
Pagoda Dogwood
Currently unavailable
A truly special plant for northern landscapes, valued for its horizontal branching habit; white flowers in spring, deep blue berries in summer and burgundy fall color. Prefers cool, moist site with afternoon shade, also prefers more acidic soils. Clusters of fragrant creamy white flowers held atop the branches in late spring.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Attracts pollinators.
- Attracts birds.
Quick answers
How big does Big Chocolate Chip Pagoda Dogwood get?
About 20-25' tall and 25' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Big Chocolate Chip Pagoda Dogwood need?
Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).
How much water does Big Chocolate Chip Pagoda Dogwood need?
Moderate water use.
Will Big Chocolate Chip Pagoda Dogwood grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 4, so it suits sites in zone 4 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Big Chocolate Chip Pagoda Dogwood in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Big Chocolate Chip Pagoda Dogwood wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.