Kelsey's Dwarf Red-Osier Dogwood

Cornus Sericea 'Kelseyi'

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Overview

Cornus sericea 'Kelseyi', commonly known as Kelsey's Dwarf Red-Osier Dogwood, is a vibrant, compact shrub, perfect for small-scale landscapes. This deciduous cultivar reaches up to 2.5 feet high and 3 feet wide, boasting dense clusters of white spring flowers, followed by blue-white berries. Its striking red stems provide winter interest. Hardy in USDA zones 2-7, it thrives in full sun to part shade and adapts to a variety of soils.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 3–8

Kelsey's Dwarf Red-Osier Dogwood (Cornus Sericea 'Kelseyi') — commonly known as Kelsey's Dwarf Red-Osier Dogwood

Kelsey's Dwarf Red-Osier Dogwood (Cornus Sericea 'Kelseyi') — perfect for small-scale landscapes

Kelsey's Dwarf Red-Osier Dogwood (Cornus Sericea 'Kelseyi') — This deciduous cultivar reaches up to 2.5 feet high and 3 feet wide

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Cornaceae

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Kelsey's Dwarf Red-Osier Dogwood (Cornus Sericea 'Kelseyi') — commonly known as Kelsey's Dwarf Red-Osier Dogwood

Kelsey's Dwarf Red-Osier Dogwood (Cornus Sericea 'Kelseyi') — perfect for small-scale landscapes

Kelsey's Dwarf Red-Osier Dogwood (Cornus Sericea 'Kelseyi') — This deciduous cultivar reaches up to 2.5 feet high and 3 feet wide

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