Stellar Nova™ Dogwood shade-tree Its compact growth habit makes

Its compact growth habit makes it ideal for large containers

Try a hedgerow of several varieties along the length of your fence line

You will be excited to see the flowers

compact mound of lance-shaped light green leaves that will return year after year

Stellar Nova™ Dogwood shade-tree Its compact growth habit makesA Modern Brilliance in Flowering Trees The Stellar Nova Dogwood, botanically known as Cornus x 'Rutstar', represents a revolution in ornamental breeding. Developed by Dr. Thomas Molnar at Rutgers University, this vigorous hybrid combines the elegant spirit of the native flowering dogwood with the rugged resilience of the Kousa species. While many dogwoods struggle with the sweltering heat of midsummer, Stellar Nova is a "workhorse" in the landscape,