{"product_id":"cornus-x-rutban-aurora®","title":"Cornus x 'Rutban' Aurora® (Dogwood)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCornus × ‘Rutban’ Aurora® (Dogwood)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA graceful hybrid dogwood \u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(C. kousa x C. florida)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e known for its exceptionally large, creamy white bracts that appear in abundance in late spring. The overlapping bracts create a full, layered effect, giving the tree a soft, luminous presence in the landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis selection develops a broadly spreading, horizontal branching habit, adding architectural interest even when not in bloom. Rich green foliage fills in densely through the growing season, then transitions to shades of reddish-purple in fall for added seasonal appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAurora® is a sterile cultivar, so it produces no fruit, making it a clean and low-maintenance option. Its elegant form and moderate size make it ideal for specimen planting, woodland edges, or as a focal point in residential landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 10-15 ft\u003cbr\u003eSpread:10-15 ft\u003cbr\u003eLight: Full sun to part shade\u003cbr\u003eZones: 5–8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLarge creamy white spring bracts\u003cbr\u003eBroad, layered branching habit\u003cbr\u003eAttractive reddish-purple fall color\u003cbr\u003eSterile (no fruit)\u003cbr\u003eExcellent specimen or focal tree\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fieldstone Gardens Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51418052067626,"sku":null,"price":89.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/fieldstonegardens.com\/products\/cornus-x-rutban-aurora%c2%ae","provider":"Fieldstone Gardens Inc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}