Midwinter Fire Dogwood

Cornus sericea 'Midwinter Fire'

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Overview

Cornus sericea 'Midwinter Fire', a dynamic shrub, showcases a fiery winter display with stems that transition from warm yellow at the base to crimson tips. It reaches up to 5 feet in height and spreads equally wide, favoring full sun to part shade. Summer brings green foliage alongside white blooms, shifting to striking oranges and reds in the fall. Thrives in moist, well-drained soil, suitable for zones 3-7.

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

Midwinter Fire Dogwood (Cornus sericea 'Midwinter Fire') — showcases a fiery winter display with stems that transition from warm yellow at the base to crimson

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Cornaceae
Climate: Alpine

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Midwinter Fire Dogwood (Cornus sericea 'Midwinter Fire') — showcases a fiery winter display with stems that transition from warm yellow at the base, image 21

Midwinter Fire Dogwood (Cornus sericea 'Midwinter Fire') — enhancing its seasonal interest.<br><br>Well-suited for USDA Hardiness Zones 3 to 7

Midwinter Fire Dogwood (Cornus sericea 'Midwinter Fire') — this dogwood requires full sun to partial shade exposure to develop its best stem color

Midwinter Fire Dogwood (Cornus sericea 'Midwinter Fire') — but it can tolerate a range of soil conditions

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