Ideal planted where the shrub can spread and colonize, and where winter stem color can be best appreciated.
Cornus alba 'Ivy Halo®'
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:
A compact flowering shrub that is very adaptable to growing conditions and has attractive features all four seasons.
- Compact form
- Variegated leaves of gray-green and creamy white
- Blood-red stems in winter
Height: 5-6 ft
Spread: 5-6 ft
Zone: 3-7
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:
- Focal Point
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Low Maintenance
- Mass Planting
- Fall Color
- Great Foliage
- Winter Interest
- Naturalizing
Foliage Color:
- White
- Variegated
- Gray
- Green
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Full Shade
- Partial Sun
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Songbirds
Habit:
- Upright
Season of Interest (Foliage):
- Winter
- Summer
- Early Color
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained