Botanical profile

Cornus alba 'Golden Prairie Fire'

Latin name
Cornus alba 'Golden Prairie Fire'
Common name
White dogwood 'Golden Prairie Fire'
Type
Shrub
Family
Cornaceae

Cornus alba ‘Golden Prairie Fire’ is a remarkable ornamental shrub known for its luminous golden foliage and intense red stems in winter, offering spectacular four-season decorative interest. It develops a dense, well-branched shrubby habit, ideal for borders, informal hedges, and contemporary or naturalistic landscape designs. Its bright golden yellow deciduous foliage brightens the garden from spring to summer, then transitions to warmer tones in autumn. In winter, its vibrant red stems take over and create a striking contrast with the snow. Very hardy and perfectly adapted to Quebec conditions, Cornus alba ‘Golden Prairie Fire’ is easy to grow, tolerates cool to moist soils, and is an excellent choice for structuring the garden while providing color and dynamism all year round.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Watering
Regular watering
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke at planting.
Soil type
Tolerates fresh to moist conditions
Minimum temperature
'-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
White
Fruiting
Small decorative white berries
Foliage color
Golden yellow
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Shrubby
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
2 to 2.5 m (7 to 8 feet)
Width
2.5 m (8 feet)
Growth rate
fast
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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