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dogwood shrubs for sale

Looking for dogwood shrubs for sale in New Zealand? Discover the vivid beauty and year-round interest these versatile shrubs offer for gardens, landscapes, and property borders. Dogwoods are prized for their colourful stems, lush foliage, and seasonal flowers. Whether you’re seeking a show-stopping winter accent or a low-maintenance addition to your garden, our range of dogwood shrubs can transform any outdoor space. Explore our selection below, and find the perfect dogwood variety for your needs.

Philadelphus Snowdrift (Philadelphus)

Philadelphus Snowdrift is a variety of Mock Orange selected for its stunning and fragrant flowers. It becomes adorned with masses of scented, double, pure white blooms in spring. The foliage comprises dark green leaves which contrast well with the flowers and are attractive in their own right as it grows to 2 m tall and the same wide. Philadelphus Snowdrift is commonly added to a mixed planting, used as a backdrop for smaller plants, planted around living areas, used in cottage gardens, or included anywhere its beauty and fragrance can be enjoyed.

Buy Philadelphus Snowdrift (Philadelphus)

From $29.63

Suited to regions: All regions

Plant type: Shrubs

Height: 2.00 m

Spread: 2.00 m

Flowering time: Spring

Garden uses: Living areas

Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern

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. It typically grows to 2.5 m tall and 1 m wide, and should be trimmed each year. Cornus Flaviramea is a great plant for adding to a mixed planting, as well as cluster planting to provide a dramatic winter display.

Buy Cornus stolonifera 'Flaviramea'

From $299.92

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

Why Choose Dogwood Shrubs?

Dogwood shrubs are celebrated for their adaptability and striking aesthetic appeal. Many varieties, such as red- and yellow-stemmed dogwoods, provide vibrant colour in winter when most plants are dormant. In spring and summer, their lush leaves and delicate flowers attract pollinators and add softness to garden borders. Dogwood shrubs thrive in New Zealand's temperate climate, and are suitable for a variety of landscape settings, including woodland gardens, pond edges, mixed borders, and hedges.

Our Dogwood Shrub Collection

We offer premium dogwood shrubs for sale, carefully grown for New Zealand gardens. Some favourites include:

Cornus stolonifera 'Flaviramea': Renowned for its luminous yellow stems, this dogwood variety gives your garden a stunning winter glow. It also adds lovely contrast through spring and summer foliage.
Cornus alba 'Sibirica': If you prefer vibrant red winter stems, this hardy shrub creates a dramatic, colour-rich focal point. Ideal for borders or mass plantings.
Cornus florida 'Spring Song': Enjoy elegant spring blooms and outstanding autumn leaf colour with this ornamental dogwood option.
Cornus kousa 'Milky Way': This tree-sized dogwood offers abundant white flowers and glossy green leaves, suitable for larger garden spaces.

Each dogwood is selected for robust health, colour performance, and easy care—ensuring your investment pays off with beauty year-round.

Planting and Caring for Dogwood Shrubs

Dogwoods are generally low-maintenance, making them popular with both beginner gardeners and seasoned landscape designers. For best results, plant your dogwood shrubs in moist, well-drained soil and choose a spot that receives partial to full sun. Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds. These shrubs are tolerant of pruning, which helps maintain their shape and encourages vibrant stem colour. Dogwoods are also deer-resistant and relatively pest-free, making them ideal for native and urban gardens alike.

Companion Shrubs and Design Ideas

Dogwood shrubs pair beautifully with other flowering or foliage plants. For fragrant spring displays, consider planting alongside Philadelphus Snowdrift (Philadelphus), which offers delicate, sweet-scented blooms. Layering Cornus varieties with other deciduous shrubs adds depth and variety to hedges, mixed borders, or foundation plantings. Their colourful stems are especially striking when planted en masse or as part of a winter interest garden.

Find Your Ideal Dogwood Shrubs for Sale

Embrace the beauty, versatility, and easy care that dogwood shrubs provide. Browse our full selection of dogwood shrubs for sale—we ship across New Zealand and offer expert advice for every gardener. Transform your landscape with vibrant colour and structure year-round by choosing dogwood shrubs from our nursery.

Contact us

Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.