Arctic Sun® Dogwood
Cornus sanguinea 'Cato'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
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| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Arctic Sun® Dogwood highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateFast
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Fall Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Pollinator Required
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodSummer
Growing Zones 3-9
Add instant impact all year! The Proven Winners® ColorChoice® Arctic Sun® Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea 'Cato') is a new dwarf version of the fantastic Yellow Twig Dogwood. It is extremely compact, and even features incredible chartreuse yellow foliage which adds instant impact to any garden!
The darling white clusters of starry flowers are super showy and attract loads of pollinators and butterflies! You may even see a few hummingbirds drawn to these spring blooms. The dramatic colored foliage thanks a fantastic turn in the fall as the chartreuse transforms into orangey hues that add to the bright orange-yellow stems! In contrast, the purple berries in the fall attract their share of hungry songbirds!
Forming a dense 3-4 foot tall and wide ball when mature, these colorful fast-growing shrubs are highly ornamental! In the garden, it will add more color because of its multiple stems. This plant provides cold-hardy year-round interest with the leaf color, flowers, fall color, and winter appearance throughout USDA growing zones 3 to 9.
Planting and Application:
Plant Arctic Sun® Yellow as property line screens, accents, or shrub borders that light up the landscape all winter long. Try mixing other larger and smaller varieties of Yellow Twig Dogwoods like Bud's Yellow, or try a collection of Dogwoods. Nature Hills has an extensive collection of these valuable shrubs! It's a great choice anywhere you need a bit more pizzazz! Even winter décor and bouquets gain colorful interest! For even more interest and a more dramatic winter stem display, combine with Redtwig cultivars too!
The fiery combo of electric yellow and fire-red winter stems would make the perfect backdrop. Run a privacy hedge along your driveway to block snow. Leave enough space to accommodate its mature height and spread, and let it do its thing. Try growing it out naturally as an untrimmed hedge. The elegant foliage, pretty spring blooms, and ornamental fall berries are well worth it!
Suckering politely and creating thickets, woodland groves, and wildlife-friendly groupings, Dogwoods are fantastic for creating naturalized settings in the sun or the dappled shade! Arctic Sun® is also great for erosion control and is highly recommended for rehabilitating moist sites and is well adapted to disturbed sites, and is easy to grow and establish!
- Creamy White Flower Clusters
- Gorgeous Green Foliage & Rounded Form
- White Bird-Friendly Berries in Fall
- Pollinator Friendly & Wildlife Thickets
- Great Hedge, Screening & Privacy, Specimes & Winter Interest
#ProPlantTips for Care:
The Arctic Sun® Dogwood is a free-spreading shrub with many upright stems and creates naturalized thickets when allowed. It is adaptable to both wet and dry sites as well as a variety of soil types. It's even shade tolerant, although you'll have the brightest stem color in full sun. It's native to streams and creeks in wooded areas, so it adapted to wet soil conditions as long as the drainage is good. Mulch with a layer 3 to 4 inches deep to 3 feet outside of the canopy to ensure the root stays cool in the hot summer. Increase water during dry extreme heat.
For the best winter color, give your Arctic Sun® Dogwood regular pruning in late fall, or renewal prune by removing several of the thickest, oldest stems right down to the ground. You'll want to use the cuttings in large arrangements and outdoor containers for the Holidays! Leave the young, thin stems standing as they'll have the brightest color for you. If you stay on top of this easy task, you'll be amazed at your annual winter display.
- Best in Full Sun & Partial Shade
- Appreciates Well-Drained Soil
- Thrives in Average to Moist Conditions
- Prune Late Winter/Eary Spring
- Easy to Grow and Maintain
- Easy Care, Few Pest & Disease Concerns
The vibrant Proven Winners® Color Choice® Arctic Sun® Dogwood is a magnificent choice for visual interest in your landscape year-round! Why not gift yourself a gorgeous winter garden? Order today at Nature Hills!
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast does Arctic Sun® Dogwood grow?
The Arctic Sun® Dogwood shrub is a fast-growth rate and can add about a foot or so of new growth each growing season.
How big does Arctic Sun® Dogwood get?
The Arctic Sun® Dogwood can reach 3-4 feet in height and width in optimal conditions.
Is Arctic Sun® Dogwood fragrant?
Arctic Sun® Dogwood flowers are not considered fragrant.
Will Arctic Sun® Dogwood grow in full sun?
The Arctic Sun® Dogwood grows in full sun and partial shade, but has the most blooms and the best stem color are achieved in full sun.
Are Dogwood shrubs good for wildlife?
The Dogwood Shrub is a fantastic wildlife shrub and it's a pollinator-friendly native that feeds birds with its fruit and is even a caterpillar host plant.
What Shipping Options Do You Offer?
NatureHills.com works closely with our growers and nursery professionals to ensure we ship when it is most appropriate for your area. Our goal is to deliver the hardiest plants by avoiding extreme high and low temperatures. Check out our shipping schedule for more information and to learn our wills and won'ts when it comes to shipping plants. Find your Dogwood Shrubs for sale here at NatureHills.com!
