
Complete the Garden
Grow guide & specs
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Germination
- 60-120 days
- USDA zones
- 5-9
- Sunlight
- Full Sun to Partial Shade (4-6 hours daily)
- Water
- Moderate — 1 inch per week; prefers consistently moist soil
- Mature height
- 15-30 ft (4.5-9 m)
- Planting season
- Indoor: Any time of year | Outdoor: Early spring
- Seeds included
- 2-7+ Seeds
- Scientific name
- Cornus florida
What's included
- Premium non-GMO Cornus florida (dogwood tree) seeds, real loose nutrient-rich potting soil (not compressed discs), recyclable planter with clear lid for humidity control, and detailed step-by-step growing instructions. Everything needed to start growing - no extra supplies required.
How to grow it
STRATIFICATION: Open your Seeds In A Cup kit and remove the seed packet. If seeds have any fruit residue, gently clean them. Place seeds in the provided moistened growing medium inside a sealed bag. Refrigerate at 33-41°F (1-5°C) for 90-120 days. Check moisture every 2 weeks.
PLANTING: After stratification, fill your Seeds In A Cup container with the provided growing medium. Plant seeds ½ inch deep. Water gently until evenly moist. Place in a location with bright, indirect light (65-75°F) or under a grow light for 12-14 hours/day. Germination typically occurs within 21-60 days.
SEEDLING CARE: Once seedlings develop 2-3 sets of true leaves, move to brighter filtered light. Water consistently — Dogwoods are sensitive to drought. When seedlings reach 6 inches, transplant to a larger pot or outdoors in USDA Zones 5-9, choosing a location with morning sun and afternoon shade. Mulch heavily to keep roots cool and moist.