Sgt. Pepper™ Dogwood
Cornus alba ‘Sgt. Pepper’
Add bold color and year-round interest to the landscape with Sgt. Pepper™ Dogwood. This striking shrub features dark purple foliage that provides strong contrast throughout the growing season. In winter, the plant truly shines as its vivid red stems stand out against snowy landscapes.
In spring, clusters of small creamy-white flowers appear, followed by ornamental berries that attract birds. With its upright, spreading habit and vibrant color in every season, Sgt. Pepper™ is an excellent choice for borders, hedges, and winter interest in the garden.
🌸 Why You’ll Love It
Rich purple foliage through the growing season
Bright red stems provide winter interest
Spring flowers attract pollinators
Berries attract birds
Multi-season landscape appeal
🌿 Shrub Details
Bloom Time: Spring
Flower Color: Creamy white
Fruit: White berries in summer
Foliage: Deep purple
Winter Interest: Bright red stems
Habit: Upright, spreading
Light Requirement: Full sun to part shade
Soil: Adaptable; tolerates moist soils
Hardiness Zones: 3–7
Maintenance: Easy
📏 Size
Mature Height: 6–8 ft
Mature Width: 6–8 ft
🌼 Landscape Uses
Mixed shrub borders
Hedges and screening
Winter interest plantings
Wildlife gardens
Naturalized areas
✔ Garden Benefits
Attracts birds and pollinators
Excellent winter stem color
Tolerates wet soils
Cold hardy
💡 Garden Tip:
For the brightest winter stem color, prune back a portion of older stems in early spring to encourage fresh new growth, which produces the most vibrant color.