red osier dogwood

How to Grow and Care for red osier dogwood

red osier dogwood · Cornus sericea
Also known as: American dogwood

Will grow in most soil conditions in sun or partial shade. For more information see winter stem colour cultivation or flowering dogwood cultivation

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Planting and Growing red osier dogwood

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Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate deep watering during dry periods, free drainage preferred
Sunlight requirementsFull sun · Partial shade
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeChalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained · Poorly drained
FertilizingBalanced shrub feed once in spring
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Care Tips

Will grow in most soil conditions in sun or partial shade. For more information see winter stem colour cultivation or flowering dogwood cultivation

How to Water red osier dogwood?

Moderate deep watering during dry periods, free drainage preferred

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for red osier dogwood?

Full sun · Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for red osier dogwood?

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What Soil Is Best for red osier dogwood?

Soil type
Chalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for red osier dogwood?

Moist but well drained · Poorly drained

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How to Fertilize red osier dogwood?

Balanced shrub feed once in spring

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How to Prune red osier dogwood?

For colourful stems or large foliage, prune hard to a low framework. Let young plants establish for one to two years first. Prune in late winter or spring, before or as new growth starts.

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How to Propagate red osier dogwood?

Propagate by hardwood cuttings, semi-ripe cuttings or layering.

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How to Transplant red osier dogwood?

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How to Care for red osier dogwood in Winter?

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How to Plant red osier dogwood?

Will grow in most soil conditions in sun or partial shade. For more information see winter stem colour cultivation or flowering dogwood cultivation

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How to Repot red osier dogwood?

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How to Harvest red osier dogwood?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to cornus anthracnose and honey fungus

Pests

Generally pest-free but may be susceptible to horse chestnut scale

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The Toxicity of red osier dogwood

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Attributes of red osier dogwood

Plant typeShrubs
Height1.5-2.5 metres
Spread2.5-4 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitSuckering
OriginNorthern America

Scientific Classification

Species
Cornus sericea
Genus
Cornus
Family
Cornaceae
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