Cornus alba 'Sibirica Ruby'
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A mid-sized suckering deciduous shrub, forming a thicket of slender red stems, with ovate leaves that turn deep wine-red in autumn. This form was selected for the crimson colour of the young stems. If left un-pruned, it will produce flat heads of small, cream, flowers in summer, followed by bluish-white berries

Scientific classification
- Species
- Cornus alba 'Sibirica Ruby' (Cornus alba 'Sibirica Ruby')
- Genus
- Cornus
- Family
- Cornaceae
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- Toxicity
- Shrubs
- Plant type
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Height
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Suckering
- Habit
- Autumn · Spring · Summer · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Cornus alba 'Sibirica Ruby'
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Cornus alba 'Sibirica Ruby'
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Cornus alba 'Sibirica Ruby' care guide
- Deep watering during dry spells, allowing slight surface drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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Watering
Deep watering during dry spells, allowing slight surface drying between soakings
Fertilizing
Balanced shrub or tree feed once each early spring
Pruning
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.
Propagation
Propagate by hardwood cuttings in autumn
Growing
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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Common pests and 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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