Botanical profile

Cornus sericea 'Silver and Gold'

Latin name
Cornus sericea 'Silver and Gold'
Common name
Red osier dogwood 'Silver and Gold'
Type
Shrub
Family
Cornaceae

Cornus sericea 'Silver and Gold' is a highly decorative native ornamental shrub, recognized for its striking contrast between its variegated foliage and its bright yellow winter stems. It forms a dense, spreading, suckering shrub, ideal for naturalistic beds, informal hedges, and four-season landscaping. Its medium green deciduous foliage edged with silvery white brightens the garden from spring to fall, before giving way to brilliant golden yellow stems in winter. Its discreet spring blooms are followed by white berries enjoyed by wildlife. Extremely hardy and perfectly adapted to Quebec conditions, Cornus sericea 'Silver and Gold' tolerates wet soils and is an excellent choice for combining biodiversity, structure, and lasting color.

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
Moist to wet, tolerant
Minimum temperature
'-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
White
Fruiting
White berries in clusters, very popular with wildlife
Foliage color
Variegated green yellow
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Shrubby
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
1.5 to 2 m (5 to 7 feet)
Width
2.5 m (8 feet)
Growth rate
fast
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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