Name: Cornus baileyi #3
Brand: The Siebenthaler Company
SKU: Cornus baileyi #3
Price: 39.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Red Twig Dogwood

Red twigs in winter

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NATIVE - Open, rounded, deciduous shrub. Blooms in late spring with small creamy-white flowers followed by white to porcelain-blue berries that birds love. Medium green foliage turns somewhat maroon in the fall. Young stems turn deep red in the winter. Easy to grow and fast. Will require rejuvenation pruning periodically to keep looking its best.

Botanical Name- Cornus sericea 'Baileyi'

Pronunciation- KOR-nus ser-ISS-ee-uh

Foliage- Deciduous

Mature Width- 5 ft

Mature Height- 7 ft

Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun

Soil Preferences- Prefers a moist, well-drained soil

Current Size- #3

Bloom Color- White

Bloom Time- Late spring

Companion Plants- Solidago rugosa 'Fireworks' (red stems vs golden plumes in fall)

Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies, fruit-eating birds (cardinals, bluebirds)

Plant Habit- Shrub

Care Rating- Easy

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - C11

Yearly Care Instructions- Cut back some stems to the ground in late winter to promote bright new growth. Thrives in moist soil. Fertilize in spring if needed.

Trimming Instructions- Cut back older stems in late winter to encourage bright new shoots. Maintain a mix of young and older stems.

Fertilization Instructions- Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; moderate to high feeding need for younger plants. Amend clay soil with compost for better root development.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Holly-tone

Possible Issues- Dogwood anthracnose, powdery mildew

We offer in store pickup or local delivery within 20 miles of either store- Delivery and Planting Guide

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