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Cornus sericea 'Isanti' - Red Twig Dogwood

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Cornus sericea 'Isanti' is uniquely versatile and enchantingly aesthetic, making it a top choice for your garden. Known to most as the Red Twig Dogwood, this compact shrub boasts a year-round display of visual delight in any garden setting. Sported with vibrant strands of bright red stems, its neon-like hue brings life to sleepy winter landscapes. This dynamic plant radiates with clusters of delicate white flowers in late spring, transitioning into delightful berries by summer's end, which contribute to local bird life's joy. Much like an artist with a palette of colors, 'Isanti' paints the autumn atmosphere with its lush green leaves transforming into a bold purple-red shade. This North American native's adaptability should not be ignored, flourishing in various soil conditions, from wet marshy areas to those that are dry, ranging under full sun to part shade. 'Isanti' undoubtedly claims a modest height and spread between 4-8 feet, making it suitable for mass planting or simply a standout piece in your home landscape. A note-worthy mention concludes with the Red Twig Dogwood's tendency to spread through sucker growth, hence requiring a bit of control. Turn your garden into a living spectacle of changing seasons with Cornus sericea 'Isanti'.

  • Size: 4-8 feet tall and wide
  • Flowers: White clusters in late spring
  • Foliage: Green leaves turning purple-red in the fall
  • Water usage: Adaptable, tolerates moist to wet conditions
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to part shade
  • Winter interest: Vibrant red stems visible in winter
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