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    Cornus alba 'Sibirica'

    Also Known As

    • Sibirica tatarian Dogwood

    Plant type

    shrub, aquatic

    size

    • H: 4'-7'
    • W: 3'-5'

    planting zones

    • 3a-8b

    Cornus alba 'Sibirica' plant details

    Cornus alba 'Sibirica' is a broadleaf deciduous aquatic shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Attracts birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something for erosion control and verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Cornus alba 'Sibirica'

    Plant type: aquatic shrub
    Plant family: cornaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 7 FT - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in spring
    Uses: distinctive bark, hedge

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Cornus alba 'Sibirica'

    USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
    Resistant to: deer and rabbit, erosion and verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: rich

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Medium-large shrub with bright red twigs, white flowers and fruits and vibrant red fall color; few suckers. S/M-W

    By: Forestfarm

    The red stems on this multi-branched shrub are stunning in the winter landscape. White flowers followed by ornamental blue berries.

    By: Maples N More Nursery

    Gardening facts about Cornus alba 'Sibirica' plant

    How to Grow Cornus alba 'Sibirica'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • adaptable
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • erosion control
      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • birds
      • butterflies
      • deer resistant
      • rabbit resistant

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    Cornus alba 'Aurea'

    aka Red Barked Dogwood, Red Twig Dogwood, Tartarian Dogwood

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    4a-8b

    Size

    Height: 8'-10'

    Width: 8'-10'

    • sun - mostly shade
    Photo of Cornus alba 'Aurea' foliage by plant lust
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    Cornus alba 'Cream Cracker' PP12830

    aka Cream Cracker Red Barked Dogwood, Cream Cracker Red Twig Dogwood, Cream Cracker Tartarian Dogwood

    Plant Type

    Shrub, Aquatic

    Zones

    4a-8b

    Size

    Height: 5'-6'

    Width: 5'-6'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture - regular
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    Cornus alba 'Siberian Pearls'

    aka Red Barked Dogwood, Tartarian Dogwood

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    4a-8b

    Size

    Height: 6'-10'

    Width: 6'-10'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • standing water - regular
    Photo of Cornus alba 'Siberian Pearls' foliage by plant lust
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    Cornus alternifolia 'Argentea'

    aka Pagoda Dogwood

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub

    Zones

    4a-9b

    Size

    Height: 12'-15'

    Width: 10'-20'

    • sun - shade
    • even moisture
    Photo of Cornus alternifolia 'Argentea' foliage, form by plant lust
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    Cornus alternifolia Golden Shadows® PP11287

    Scientific Name: Cornus alternifolia 'Wstackman'

    aka Cornus alternifolia 'Golden Shadows', Cornus alternifolia 'W. Stackman', Golden Shadows® Green Osier, Golden Shadows® Pagoda Dogwood

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub

    Zones

    4a-9b

    Size

    Height: 15'-20'

    Width: 15'-20'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • regular
    Photo of Cornus alternifolia Golden Shadows® PP11287 foliage by Avant Gardens
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