Kelsey Dogwood

Kelsey Dogwood is what happens when a regular dogwood decides to hit the gym and get serious about compact living. This dwarf variety packs all the charm of its larger cousins into a neat, manageable package that won't take over your entire yard like an overeager house guest.

Standing at a respectable 2-3 feet tall, Kelsey brings four seasons of entertainment to the garden party. Spring kicks off with clusters of creamy white flowers that look like tiny fireworks displays. Summer keeps things interesting with clean, green foliage that provides the perfect backdrop for everything else. But fall? That's when Kelsey really shows off, turning brilliant shades of red and orange that practically glow.

Winter is where this dogwood really earns its keep. When everything else has given up and gone dormant, Kelsey's bright red stems stand out like nature's own neon signs against the gray landscape. It's like having a piece of living art that changes with the seasons but never stops being beautiful.

The best part about Kelsey Dogwood is its low-maintenance personality. It's happy in sun or partial shade, doesn't fuss about soil, and generally minds its own business while looking fantastic. You'll find it adding four-season interest to our median plantings, proving that good things really do come in small packages.