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Brown Twig Dogwood

Cornus Glabrata

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Overview

The Brown Twig Dogwood (Cornus glabrata) is a North American native shrub prized for its dynamic presence. It typically reaches 6-12 feet in height with a similar spread. Known for its reddish-brown branches and lush green leaves that turn yellow in fall, it thrives in USDA zones 7-9. This hardy species enjoys full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It's excellent for naturalistic settings and erosion control.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, HighZones 3–8Type Shrub
Brown Twig Dogwood (Cornus Glabrata) — The Brown Twig Dogwood (Cornus glabrata) is a North American native shrub prized for its dynamic presence
Brown Twig Dogwood (Cornus Glabrata) — It typically reaches 6-12 feet in height with a similar spreadCornus GlabrataCornus GlabrataCornus GlabrataCornus GlabrataCornus Glabrata+15

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, High
USDA zones
3–8

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Cornaceae

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Brown Twig Dogwood (Cornus Glabrata) — The Brown Twig Dogwood (Cornus glabrata) is a North American native shrub prized for its dynamic presence
Brown Twig Dogwood (Cornus Glabrata) — It typically reaches 6-12 feet in height with a similar spread
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Photograph: Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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