Cornus Variegated Red Twig 3G

Dark red branches make this a stunning winter interest plant.  Light green variegated leaves turn red or yellow in Fall.  Grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. This dogwood is a moderate grower, multi-stemmed shrub. Deciduous.   Offered at Cross Creek Nursery in 3 gallon containers.

Common name:  Variegated Red Twig Dogwood

Botanical Name: Cornus alba 'Elegantissima'

Height:  6-8 feet

Spread:  4-6 feet

Bloom Time: Late spring brings small fragrant white flowers in clusters

Special Features:   Tolerates deer, erosion, clay soil, wet soil.  Attracts birds and butterflies.

Uses in the Landscape: Informal hedge, privacy screening, specimen, borders or rain gardens.

Care Tips:  Offer sun-part shade.  Prefers evenly moist soil.  Water deeply, regularly during first growing season Pruning is not required, though one can remove 20-25% of the oldest stems in late winter of each                           year to stimulate growth of new stems which will display the best color.