How Tall Will a Dogwood Tree Grow?

Dogwood trees grow at slow pace, but can reach great heights.

Some dogwood species are native to the United States, according to the National Gardening Association. Flowering dogwoods are grown for their attractive flowers, and winter dogwoods are grown for their striking stems. Both varieties reach various heights.

Types

Winter dogwoods grow 8 to 10 feet, but can be kept shorter with regular pruning. Flowering dogwoods, however, grow as tall as 40 feet.

Significance

The same species of dogwood grows at different heights when planted in the sun verses partial shade. Dogwoods grow taller when they are planted in partial shade.

Warning

If dogwood trees aren't planted in a well-drained soil, they may suffer from root rot. Root rot causes slow or stunted growth of the three. Always perform a soil test prior to planting your dogwood tree, and amend the soil if necessary.

Prevention/Solution

Nursery-grown dogwoods have a better chance at growing to great heights rather than dogwoods taken from the woods. Wild-grown dogwoods don't have a good enough developed root system to withstand transplanting.

References

• Clemson State University Extension: Dogwood
• National Gardening Association: Dogwood
• North Carolina State University Cooperative Extension: Flowering Dogwood

Resources

• University of Florida IFAS Extension: Flowering Dogwood
• University of Minnesota Extension: Cardinal Dogwood
• Penn State Cooperative Extension: Growing Flowering Dogwood Home and Garden