Cornus sericea 'Sunshine'

Also Known As

Sunshine Red Twig Dogwood

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 10'
W: 10'

planting zones

3a-9b

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Cornus sericea 'Sunshine' plant details

Cornus sericea 'Sunshine' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with gold foliage. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cornus sericea 'Sunshine'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: cornaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold
Mature size: 10 FT wide, 10 FT tall
Uses: easy-to-grow, red stems, spreading, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cornus sericea 'Sunshine'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Cornus sericea 'Sunshine' offers a bright new look to the ever-popular shrubby dogwoods. The healthy, vibrant gold foliage remains brilliant all season long. In winter the stems glow red in the low sun to excellent effect. Grow in average to moist and even wet garden conditions. Younger stems have the boldest winter colour. Plants can be pollarded or coppiced just before the leaves begin to appear in spring.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

An outstanding cultivar of Red Twig Dogwood with golden yellow leaves! This is a vigorous, deciduous shrub that spreads by creeping underground stems, so give it space! Ultimate size is about 10’ high and wide. Prefers full sun to light shade, moist to wet soils…spectacular at water’s edge! Bright red branches glow all winter and look stunning in arrangements. Easy to grow.