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dogwood bush

The dogwood bush is a stunning and versatile addition to New Zealand gardens, known for its vivid stems, attractive foliage, and seasonal interest. Whether you’re seeking year-round colour, a wildlife-friendly plant, or a low-maintenance landscape feature, dogwood bushes make an ideal choice. With their reliable performance and resilience, dogwood bushes are perfectly suited to a variety of conditions across Aotearoa, thriving in both residential and commercial landscapes.

Cornus alba 'Sibirica' new spring foliage with white flowers.

Cornus alba 'Sibirica'

Cornus alba ‘Sibirica’, commonly known as Siberian Dogwood, is a striking deciduous shrub ideal for New Zealand gardens. It is prized for its vivid red winter stems that provide dramatic colour when leaves fall, and its fresh green foliage that turns shades of orange and red in autumn.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 2.50 m
Spread: 1.00 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Hedging, Pool areas
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Cornus stolonifera 'Flaviramea' plants with yellow stems.

Cornus stolonifera 'Flaviramea'

Cornus stolonifera Flaviramea, commonly known as the Yellow Stem Dogwood, is a shrub that features bright yellow stems which become more pronounced in winter. The leaves emerge dark green in spring, and remain this colour until developing red tones in autumn and falling.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 2.50 m
Spread: 1.00 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Hedging, Living areas
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Cornus 'Milky Way' specimen tree covered in masses of white flowers.
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Cornus 'Spring Song' rose-pink flowers.
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Cornus florida 'Spring Song' is a deciduous shrub grown for its colourful flowering in spring. At this time, masses of showy, rose-pink flowers are...

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A Cornus controversa (Giant Dogwood) specimen tree.
Cornus controversa

Cornus controversa, commonly known as the Giant Dogwood, is a medium-sized, deciduous tree that features lush foliage that emerges mid-green in...

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Cornus 'Eddies White Wonder' white flowers held on trailing stems.
Cornus 'Eddie's White Wonder'

Cornus 'Eddie's White Wonder' is a deciduous dogwood tree renowned for its impressive spring blossoms and vibrant autumn foliage. This hybrid...

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Cornus 'National' specimen tree with masses of cream-coloured flowers.
Cornus kousa National

Cornus kousa 'National' is a deciduous tree that features large and showy, cream white flowers in spring, which are followed by red berries in...

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A Cornus 'Cloud 9' specimen tree with masses of white flowers.
Cornus 'Cloud 9'

Cornus 'Cloud 9' produces masses of showy, single, white flowers through spring, which are followed by clusters of red fruit in autumn. The foliage...

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Dodonaea viscosa (Green Ake Ake)

Dodonaea viscosa, commonly known as the Green Ake Ake, features lush, bright green leaves which are held densely off upright stems. The foliage is...

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Dodonaea viscosa purpurea (Purple Hop Bush)

Dodonaea viscosa purpurea, commonly known as Purple Ake Ake, features lush, purple leaves which are held densely off upright stems. The foliage is...

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Baccharis pilularis (Coyote Brush)

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Gardenia 'Florida'

Gardenia florida is a compact, evergreen shrub renowned for its glossy, green foliage and richly fragrant, white blooms that appear from late spring...

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Clerodendrum ugandense (Blue Butterfly Bush) blue flowers.
Clerodendrum ugandense (Butterfly Bush)

Clerodendrum ugandense, commonly known as the Blue Butterfly Bush, is an open, sprawling evergreen shrub favoured for its lovely masses of blue...

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Buddleia 'Lochinch'

Buddleia ‘Lochinch’ (Butterfly Bush) is a fast growing deciduous shrub admired for its long sprays of soft lavender blue flowers and silvery green...

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Teucrium fruticans (Bush Germander)

Teucrium fruticans (Bush Germander) is a hardy evergreen shrub admired for its attractive silvery foliage and soft blue flowers that appear through...

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A fabulous Convolvulus cneorum plant with grey foliage and masses of white flowers.
Convolvulus cneorum

Convolvulus cneorum Silver Bush is a striking compact shrub valued for its silvery foliage and masses of bright white funnel shaped flowers. This sun...

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Adenanthos Silver Streak (Woolly Bush)

Adenanthos Silver Streak, commonly known as Woolly Bush, is a shrub grown for its interesting foliage. The needle-like foliage is held densely and is...

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Adenanthos sericeus Baby (Wooly Bush)

Adenanthos sericeus Baby is a shrub that is grown for its interesting foliage and short stature. The needle-like foliage is held densely and is dark...

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Viburnum opulus 'Notcutt's Varieity' (Snowball Bush)

Viburnum opulus 'Notcutts Variety' is a beautiful deciduous shrub prized for its elegant clusters of white spring flowers, attractive green foliage...

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Cuphea hyssopifolia 'Midget' plant.
Cuphea hyssopifolia 'Midget' (Stardust Bush)

Cuphea hyssopifolia 'Midget' is a compact evergreen shrub admired for its masses of delicate flowers and fine textured foliage that create year round...

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Ceratopetalum Shiraz shrub with masses of red flowers.
Ceratopetalum Shiraz (Festival Bush)

Ceratopetalum Shiraz, commonly known as the Australian Christmas Bush, features masses of red-pink, star shaped flowers open during spring. The fine...

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Backhousia anisata (Myrtle Bush)

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Potentilla Raspberry Delight (Bush Cinquefoil)

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Calliandra 'Pink Poodle' pink and white flowers.
Calliandra Pink Poodle (Pink Powder Puff Bush)

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Royena lucida (African Snowdrop Bush)

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Melaleuca hypericifolia (Hillock Bush)

Melaleuca hypericifolia is an attractive Australian native shrub admired for its vibrant red bottlebrush style flowers and lush green foliage...

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Anigozanthos 'Bush Elegance' plants with dark red flowers above lush, green foliage.
Anigozanthos 'Bush Elegance'

Anigozanthos ‘Bush Elegance’ is a refined Kangaroo Paw featuring elegant soft toned flowers held above neat evergreen foliage. This compact variety...

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Viburnum opulus (Snowball Bush)

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Calocephalus Silver Nugget (Dwarf Cushion Bush)

Calocephalus 'Silver Nugget' is a compact evergreen shrub prized for its finely branched silver foliage that creates a soft, rounded mound of colour...

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Phylica plumosa (Flannel Bush)

Phylica plumosa (Feather Flower) is an unusual and highly decorative evergreen shrub prized for its soft, feathery foliage and attractive flower...

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Anigozanthos 'Bush Tenacity'

Anigozanthos 'Bush Tenacity' is a compact Kangaroo Paw that produces masses of vibrant flowers from spring through autumn, providing outstanding...

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Viburnum opulus 'Roseum' (Snowball Bush)

Viburnum opulus 'Roseum' is a magnificent deciduous shrub renowned for its large, globe shaped clusters of pure white flowers that create a...

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Cornus alba 'Sibirica'

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Why Choose a Dogwood Bush for Your Garden?

Dogwood bushes are legendary for their vibrant winter stems in dazzling colours, uncovering their beauty when much of the garden is sleeping. Varieties like the Cornus stolonifera 'Flaviramea' showcase luminous yellow stems, while the fiery red canes of Cornus alba 'Sibirica' add drama to frosty mornings. In spring and summer, dogwood bushes offer lush green foliage and often produce clusters of creamy-white flowers, followed by berries that invite birds and pollinators into your landscape.

Top Dogwood Bush Varieties

Choosing the right dogwood bush can transform your garden with year-round interest. Two standout varieties include:

If you're after something slightly different, explore tree dogwoods, like the layered Cornus controversa, elegant Cornus 'Elizabeth Lustgarten', or showy Cornus 'Eddie's White Wonder'.

Planting and Caring for Dogwood Bushes

Dogwood bushes are low-maintenance and undemanding. They prefer moist, well-drained soils and thrive in both full sun and partial shade. To get the best stem colour, plant in sunlight and prune hard in early spring to encourage vibrant new growth. Mulch annually to conserve moisture and suppress weeds, and water deeply during dry spells, especially when newly planted.

Dogwood bushes are hardy, resisting most common pests and diseases. Their adaptability also makes them suitable for mixed borders, foundation plantings, or informal hedges.

Uses for Dogwood Bushes in the Garden

Dogwood bushes excel beyond their beauty. They’re ideal for:

A well-placed dogwood bush quickly becomes a garden favourite, delivering impact throughout the year.

Find the Perfect Dogwood Bush

Whether you’re searching for rich winter tones or easy-care structure, there’s a dogwood bush to suit every New Zealand garden. Browse our exceptional range, including the popular Cornus stolonifera 'Flaviramea', dazzling Cornus alba 'Sibirica', or unique tree dogwoods like Cornus 'Elizabeth Lustgarten' and Cornus controversa. Bring year-round beauty to your outdoor space with the classic elegance of dogwood bushes.


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