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Creek Dogwood

Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis

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Overview

Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea ssp. occidentalis) is a deciduous shrub, highly adaptable and visually striking with its red twig coloration in winter. It typically reaches 6-12 feet in height, with similar spread, and thrives in USDA zones 4-8. Appreciated for its clusters of white flowers in spring and bluish fruits attracting birds, it prefers moist soils and partial shade, making it perfect for naturalistic plantings and riparian buffers.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater High, MediumZones 3–6Type ShrubClimate Alpine
Creek Dogwood (Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis) — This characteristic contributes to its popularity as a naturalistic plant in garden design
Creek Dogwood (Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis) — which makes it particularly suited to riparian areasCreek Dogwood (Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis) — which provide a striking visual contrast against winter landscapesCreek Dogwood (Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis) — occidentalis, is a valuable addition to any landscape for its multi-season interest and ecological benefitsCreek Dogwood (Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis) — occidentalis) is a deciduous shrubCreek Dogwood (Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis) — Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea sspCreek Dogwood (Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis) — highly adaptable and visually striking with its red twig coloration in winter+34

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
High, Medium
USDA zones
3–6

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Cornaceae
Climate
Alpine

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Creek Dogwood (Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis) — This characteristic contributes to its popularity as a naturalistic plant in garden design
Creek Dogwood (Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis) — which makes it particularly suited to riparian areas
Creek Dogwood (Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis) — which provide a striking visual contrast against winter landscapes
Creek Dogwood (Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis) — occidentalis, is a valuable addition to any landscape for its multi-season interest and ecological benefits
Creek Dogwood (Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis) — occidentalis) is a deciduous shrub
Creek Dogwood (Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis) — Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea ssp
Creek Dogwood (Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis) — highly adaptable and visually striking with its red twig coloration in winter
Creek Dogwood (Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis) — such as creek banks or pond edges
Creek Dogwood (Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis) — enhancing the garden's autumnal palette.<br><br>For optimal growth
Creek Dogwood (Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis) — It typically reaches 6-12 feet in height, with similar spread, and thrives in USDA zones 4-8
Creek Dogwood (Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis) — occidentalis is a robust choice for creating an attractive and wildlife-friendly garden design
Creek Dogwood (Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis) — With its year-round interest and environmental benefits, Cornus sericea ssp
Creek Dogwood (Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis) — The Creek Dogwood, scientifically known as Cornus sericea ssp
Creek Dogwood (Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis) — it prefers moist soils and partial shade
Creek Dogwood (Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis) — thicket-forming growth habit that provides dense cover for wildlife.<br><br>In spring
Creek Dogwood (Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis) — annual pruning in late winter or early spring is recommended
Creek Dogwood (Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis) — it thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist to wet soils
Creek Dogwood (Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis) — The fruits are a favored food source for birds
Creek Dogwood (Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis) — The medium to dark green foliage transitions to a vibrant display of reds and purples in the fall
Creek Dogwood (Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis) — which later develop into white to pale blue fruit
Creek Dogwood (Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis) — making it perfect for naturalistic plantings and riparian buffers
Creek Dogwood (Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis) — Appreciated for its clusters of white flowers in spring and bluish fruits attracting birds
Creek Dogwood (Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis) — making this shrub an excellent choice for clients interested in supporting local wildlife
Creek Dogwood (Cornus Sericea Ssp. Occidentalis) — white flowers in the garden
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