{"name":"Dogwood","scientificName":"Cornus florida","family":"Cornaceae","url":"https://seedsinacup.com/plants/dogwood","source":"Seeds In A Cup® supplied plant library; not independently peer reviewed","cultivation":{"how_to_grow":"Prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained acidic soil. Mulch heavily.","kit_methodology":"Seeds In A Cup® seeds are pre-stratified. Watch the unique 'arcuate' leaf venation develop in your kit."},"growingConditions":"Understory in deciduous forests and along forest edges.","safety":"Berries are not for human consumption; not toxic, but very bitter and non-palatable.","products":[{"name":"Dogwood Tree Seed Starter Grow Kit","url":"https://seedsinacup.com/products/dogwood-tree-growing-kit"}]}