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Cornus sericea 'Isanti'

Family Cornaceae
Plant Type deciduous shrub
Zone USDA:   3a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level medium
Height 1.2 - 1.8 m (4 - 6 ft)
Spread 1.2 - 3 m (4 - 10 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The deciduous shrub Cornus sericea 'Isanti' (red twig dogwood) bears showy, white and fragrant blossoms during late spring to early summer. The showy matte foliage is medium green in colour and medium in texture. Cornus sericea 'Isanti' (red twig dogwood) yields showy fruit. This plant has showy, dark red and smooth bark. A specimen plant, Cornus sericea 'Isanti' (red twig dogwood) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Bog, border, hedge, foundation, mass planting, pond, specimen, screening, waterfront and woodland.
Special Characteristics Birds and butterflies are attracted to Cornus sericea 'Isanti' . Cornus sericea 'Isanti' is tolerant of wet sites and pollution. In autumn, Cornus sericea 'Isanti' is alight with fall colour, and in winter it provides winter interest.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Cornus sericea 'Isanti' (red twig dogwood) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. Where conditions are favourable, Cornus sericea 'Isanti' (red twig dogwood) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.