Winter Flame Dogwood

Cornus sanguinea 'Winter Flame'

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Overview

The Winter Flame Dogwood, Cornus sanguinea 'Winter Flame', is a deciduous shrub notable for its vibrant winter stems. Its bark transitions from yellow to orange-red, providing striking cold season interest. Growing 6-8 feet tall and wide, it flourishes in well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Ideal for mass plantings or as a specimen, this dogwood offers year-round appeal with green leaves in summer and minimal white blooms in spring.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater High, MediumZones 4–8Climate Alpine

Winter Flame Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea 'Winter Flame') — is a deciduous shrub notable for its vibrant winter stems

Winter Flame Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea 'Winter Flame') — Growing 6-8 feet tall and wide, it flourishes in well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade

Winter Flame Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea 'Winter Flame') — Ideal for mass plantings or as a specimen

Winter Flame Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea 'Winter Flame') — this dogwood offers year-round appeal with green leaves in summer and minimal white blooms in spring

Winter Flame Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea 'Winter Flame') — more commonly known as the Winter Flame Dogwood

Winter Flame Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea 'Winter Flame') — Its compact size makes it an ideal choice for small yards and garden borders.<br><br>During the

Winter Flame Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea 'Winter Flame') — its leaves are oval to lance-shaped

Culture

Sun: Full, Half, Shade
Water: High, Medium
USDA zones: 4–8

Shape & size

Mature height: 8–10 Ft.
Mature width: 8–10 Ft.

Classification

Family: Cornaceae
Climate: Alpine

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Winter Flame Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea 'Winter Flame') — is a deciduous shrub notable for its vibrant winter stems

Winter Flame Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea 'Winter Flame') — Growing 6-8 feet tall and wide, it flourishes in well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade

Winter Flame Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea 'Winter Flame') — Ideal for mass plantings or as a specimen

Winter Flame Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea 'Winter Flame') — this dogwood offers year-round appeal with green leaves in summer and minimal white blooms in spring

Winter Flame Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea 'Winter Flame') — more commonly known as the Winter Flame Dogwood

Winter Flame Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea 'Winter Flame') — Its compact size makes it an ideal choice for small yards and garden borders.<br><br>During the

Winter Flame Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea 'Winter Flame') — its leaves are oval to lance-shaped

Winter Flame Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea 'Winter Flame') — spanning 2 to 4 inches in length

Winter Flame Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea 'Winter Flame') — and exhibit a mix of green and golden hues

Winter Flame Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea 'Winter Flame') — the foliage transforms into a fiery display of oranges

Winter Flame Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea 'Winter Flame') — revealing the shrub's true showstopper - its bark

Winter Flame Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea 'Winter Flame') — It's adaptable to a variety of soil conditions but prefers moist

Winter Flame Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea 'Winter Flame') — The younger stems glow in shades of yellow

Winter Flame Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea 'Winter Flame') — with increased frequency during extreme heat

Winter Flame Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea 'Winter Flame') — well-drained soil with a pH range from neutral to acidic

Winter Flame Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea 'Winter Flame') — Its modest water needs should be made clear to ensure proper care

Winter Flame Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea 'Winter Flame') — Its bark transitions from yellow to orange-red, providing striking cold season interest

Winter Flame Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea 'Winter Flame') — The plant typically reaches a height of 4 to 6 feet with an equivalent spread

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