silky dogwood

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A vigorous, multi-stemmed, suckering deciduous shrub with an open, rounded habit when mature. Mid to dark-green leaves appear in spring to summer, turning red to purple in the autumn and falling to reveal red-purple stems throughout the winter. Clusters of creamy-white flowers appear in spring and summer, followed by white berries which turn to blue and are attractive to birds

Scientific classification

Species: silky dogwood (Cornus amomum)
Genus: Cornus
Family: Cornaceae

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Toxicity: Shrubs
Plant type: 2.5-4 metres
Height: 2.5-4 metres
Spread: Deciduous
Foliage: Suckering
Habit: Autumn · Spring · Summer · Winter
Season of interest: Full sun · Partial shade
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Distribution of silky dogwood

Distribution map

Eastern Northern America

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Culture

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Quick identification of silky dogwood

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silky dogwood care guide

Moderate deep watering during dry periods, free drainage preferred
Watering: Full sun · Partial shade
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Watering

Moderate deep watering during dry periods, free drainage preferred

Fertilizing

Balanced shrub feed once in 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. Remove suckers if needed to prevent spreading.