A low-maintenance shrub perfect for use as a hedge or screen, or when planted in large groups.
Cornus alba 'Red Gnome®'
Dogwood
Tips for Homeowners:
Young stems have the brightest color. To keep the best red ones, prune out 1/3 of the oldest branches in late winter. Every 3-4 years it might be necessary to remove all stems down to the ground in early spring to stimulate fresh new growth. This may affect flowering, but only for one season.
Rate this Plant:
An excellent accent for the landscape this four-season shrub will display flowers, fall color, summer color and winter interest.
- Bright red stem color
- Dark green foliage turn crimson-red in the fall
- White flowers followed by white berries
Height: 3-4 ft
Spread: 3-4 ft
Zone: 3-8
Color: White
Interesting Notes about Dogwood:
It is not often when a plant is admired as much for its winter display than the rest of the seasons, but this shrub with its brilliant red stems shows up even from a distance. The shrub prefers moist soils and it does spread to the point of colonizing, which is perfect for naturalizing.
Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes:
- Great Foliage
- Winter Interest
- Native
- Focal Point
- Border or Bed
- Low Maintenance
- Naturalizing
- Mass Planting
- Fall Color
- Specimen
Foliage Color:
- Green
- Burgundy
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Songbirds
- Attracts Butterflies
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
- Rabbit Resistant
Habit:
- Upright
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
- Spring
Season of Interest (Foliage):
- Early Color
- Winter
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained