Redosier Dogwood (cornus Sericea)
The Redosier Dogwood is a medium sized, fast growing shrub reaching about 8-ft tall and wide but larger sizes do occur where room is available for growth. It grows in the hardiness zones of from 3 to 7. It tends to be a rather shaggy shrub that looks good for a few years and then large stems of the plant can die. It is best I believe that this plant should be cut off just above the ground and allowed to rejuvenate every 10 years.
This Dogwood grows well in most soils, and with its reddish stems looks good in snowy situations. It can spread from underground stems that can overwhelm an area and move into places it is not wanted. It is hard to kill when this happens and in many cases moves into windbreak trees where it effects there grow and survival.
Silky dogwood can be used in windbreaks and shelterbelts, but note the problems that come with them and plan accordingly. They should be placed at least 6 ft apart in a row.
Redosier Dogwood
12"-18" bare-root - $1.00
Potted 2'-3' $9.50 each
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