{"product_id":"semences-cornouiller-a-feuilles-alternes","title":"Akene Seeds - Alternate-leaf Dogwood","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eTo successfully sow your seeds,\u003cbr\u003esee the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe alternate-leaf dogwood (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCornus alternifolia\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) is a large shrub or small tree of the Cornaceae family, generally reaching 4 to 6 m in height. It is distinguished by its tiered habit: its branches spread horizontally, forming superimposed layers that give it an elegant appearance. The leaves, simple and oval, have arched veins and are arranged alternately, unlike most other dogwoods. They turn beautiful golden yellow hues in the fall.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn spring, around late May or early June, the plant produces large, flattened corymbs of small, fragrant, nectar-rich creamy white flowers. These flowers are followed in late summer by clusters of dark blue, almost black berries, borne on reddish peduncles that create a decorative contrast. The grayish-brown bark becomes slightly striated with age.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe alternate-leaf dogwood grows in open forests, forest edges, ravines, and riverbanks, preferring moist to fresh soils rich in organic matter and well-drained. It tolerates partial shade and full sun, but flowering is more abundant in sunny exposure. In Quebec, it is found in the south and center of the province, where it plays an important ornamental and ecological role. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFurthermore, native dogwoods (\u003cem\u003eCornus\u003c\/em\u003e spp.) are recognized as \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Keystone plants: essential pillars of biodiversity\" href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/blogs\/publications\/les-plantes-cle-de-voûte-des-piliers-essentiels-de-la-biodiversite\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ekeystone plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e for biodiversity in many North American ecoregions, as they support a great diversity of insects and birds that use their flowers, leaves, and fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe alternate-leaf dogwood provides nectar and pollen to many pollinators, including bees, hoverflies, and butterflies, in early summer. Its fruits are an important food source for several bird species, such as robins, thrushes, and waxwings, which help disperse the seeds. The plant also provides refuge for small wildlife and stabilizes soils along waterways or on gentle slopes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlternate-leaf dogwood seeds must undergo scarification and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/blogs\/publications\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Cold stratification of native seeds\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto ensure germination. See the growing notes below for more details.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAkène cannot be held responsible for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always consult a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, culture forestière","offers":[{"title":"Envelope","offer_id":49896196767990,"sku":"sku-47526693994747","price":4.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10g","offer_id":49896196833526,"sku":"sku-47550900895995","price":12.75,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"25g","offer_id":49896196866294,"sku":"sku-47727084634363","price":25.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/0354\/3286\/files\/cornus-alternifolia-cornouiller-a-feuilles-alternes-12.jpg?v=1769564822","url":"https:\/\/jardinierquebec.com\/en\/products\/semences-cornouiller-a-feuilles-alternes","provider":"Jardinier Québec","version":"1.0","type":"link"}