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Dwarf Red Osier Dogwood 'Kelsey's Dwarf'
Red Osier Dogwood
- Exposure
- Partial shade
- Hardiness
- Zone 2–7
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Common nameDwarf Red Osier Dogwood 'Kelsey's Dwarf'
FamilyCornaceae
GenusDogwood
SpeciesSericea
CultivarKelsey Dwarf
TypeNative shrub
Botanical nameRed Osier Dogwood
Cornus sericea ‘Kelsey’s Dwarf’ is a dwarf native shrub highly valued for its compact habit and four-season ornamental interest. This selection forms a low, dense, and spreading silhouette, ideal for small gardens, borders, foreground mass plantings, and naturalistic designs with limited space. Its deciduous medium green foliage turns yellow to reddish in the fall, while in winter, its vibrant red stems provide a remarkable splash of color, even on a small scale. Its discreet spring blooms are followed by white berries appreciated by wildlife. Very hardy and perfectly adapted to Québec conditions, ‘Kelsey’s Dwarf’ tolerates wet soils and offers an excellent compact alternative to larger red osier dogwoods.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Minimum temperature
-40°C
Watering
Moderate to regular
Soil type
Moist to wet, tolerant
Fertilization
None required
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Mature height
0.6–0.9 m (2–3 ft)
Width / spread
3–4 ft (0.9–1.2 m)
Flower color
Creamy white
Foliage color
Medium green → reddish yellow in autumn
Foliage type
Obsolete
Growth rate
Fast
Growth habit
Low-growing and spreading compact
Bloom period
Spring
Fruiting
White berries in clusters, very popular with wildlife
Wildlife and pets
Life,around your plants.
Supporting wildlife
Yes
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