Full Grown Red Twig Dogwood

Plant with companions that need summer water. They look fantastic when planted in groups or as an informal hedge.

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Full grown red twig dogwood

A native shrub the red twig dogwood is an excellent plant for massing in large areas. Depending on the cultivar hydrangeas hydrangea grow in hardiness zones 3 through 9. Namely the bush s red twigs which are brightest from late winter to early spring.

Companion plants for red twig dogwood vines and ground covers. Type perennial shrub usda zones 2 9 height 6 8 feet soil likes moisture sun sun or shade other colors yellow. Design ideasbare red stems are a beautiful sight against the winter landscape.

Overcrowding encourages diseases and causes less attractive thin stems. It also thrives in organically rich medium to wet soil and can even tolerate swampy or boggy conditions. The red twig dogwood cornus stolinifera is very handsome and eye appealing as winter interest in the landscape especially with a sprinkling of snow to set off the red stem color.

Tips at a glance. The best growing zones for this perennial shrub are 2 through 9. When planting red twig dogwoods give them plenty of room.

Also known as red osier dogwood. The red twig dogwood plant also known as the cornus sericea is a shrub that truly is at its best during the winter months. Cut back old stems in early spring for the best color on new growth.

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