Yellow Twig Dogwood

Cornus sericea 'Flaviramea'

The bright yellow stems on the younger growth of this multi-stemmed shrub provide striking winter color. White flower clusters adorn the green foliage in spring and are followed by white ornamental fruit. Bare stems are an excellent addition to seasonal flower arrangements. Use in shrub borders or mass plantings. Ideal for naturalizing. Deciduous.

Plant Type Shrubs
Hardiness Zone 2-8
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring, Summer, Fall
Height6' - 8' (ft)
Spread6' - 8' (ft), 8' - 10' (ft)
Spacing 7' - 9' (ft)
Water Needs Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil PH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Fruit & Berries, Great Foliage, Showy
Tolerance Deer, Rabbit
Attracts Birds, Wildlife
Garden Uses Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens, Specimen
Yellow Twig Dogwood | Cornus sericea 'Flaviramea' || The bright yellow stems on the younger growth of this multi-stemmed shrub provide striking winter color. White flower clusters adorn the green foliage in spring and are followed by white ornamental fruit. Bare stems are an excellent addition to seasonal flower arrangements. Use in shrub borders or mass plantings. Ideal for naturalizing. Deciduous.
Full Sun, Partial Sun, Spring, Summer, Fall, Average Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained, Fruit & Berries, Great Foliage, Showy, Deer Tolerant, Rabbit Tolerant, Attracts Birds, Attracts Wildlife, Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens, Specimen
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