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Description
Cornus Stolonifera Flaviramea, commonly known as Yellow Twig Dogwood, is a deciduous shrub that is native to North America. It belongs to the Cornaceae family and is a popular landscaping plant due to its vibrant yellow stems that add color to winter landscapes. The plant can grow up to 8 feet in height and spread up to 10 feet in width.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Cornales |
| Family | Cornaceae |
| Genus | Cornus |
Appearance
The Yellow Twig Dogwood has bright yellow stems that are most vibrant during the winter months. The leaves are oval-shaped and can be up to 4 inches long. They are green in color during the spring and summer months and turn reddish-purple in the fall. The plant produces small clusters of white flowers in the spring that give way to small blue berries in the summer.
Care Guide
Yellow Twig Dogwood is a low maintenance plant that is easy to care for. The plant requires regular watering, especially during the first year of growth. It prefers well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter. The plant can tolerate full sun to partial shade and is hardy in USDA hardiness zones 3 to 7.
Water
The plant requires regular watering, especially during the first year of growth. The soil should be kept consistently moist, but not waterlogged.
Fertilization
The plant does not require regular fertilization, but a slow-release fertilizer can be applied in the spring to promote growth.
Soil
The plant prefers well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter. It can tolerate a variety of soil types, but does best in moist, slightly acidic soil.
Sunlight
The plant can tolerate full sun to partial shade. It will produce more vibrant yellow stems when grown in full sun.
Hardiness Zones
The plant is hardy in USDA hardiness zones 3 to 7.
Common Pests & Diseases
The Yellow Twig Dogwood is relatively pest and disease-free. However, it can be susceptible to leaf spot and powdery mildew in humid conditions. Spider mites can also be a problem in hot, dry weather.
Habitat
The Yellow Twig Dogwood is native to North America and can be found in wetlands, along streams and rivers, and in other moist areas. It is commonly used in landscaping due to its vibrant yellow stems.
Question and Answer
Q: Can Yellow Twig Dogwood be grown in containers?
A: Yes, Yellow Twig Dogwood can be grown in containers. However, they will require more frequent watering and may not grow as large as those planted in the ground.
Q: When is the best time to prune Yellow Twig Dogwood?
A: The best time to prune Yellow Twig Dogwood is during the late winter or early spring before new growth appears.
Q: Is Yellow Twig Dogwood toxic to pets?
A: No, Yellow Twig Dogwood is not toxic to pets.
Q: How often should Yellow Twig Dogwood be fertilized?
A: Yellow Twig Dogwood does not require regular fertilization. A slow-release fertilizer can be applied in the spring to promote growth.
Related Plants
- Cornus sericea ‘Cardinal’
- Cornus sericea ‘Flaviramea’
- Cornus alba ‘Sibirica’
- Cornus mas
References
- “Cornus stolonifera”, Missouri Botanical Garden, accessed September 13, 2021, https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=b240.
- “Cornus stolonifera flaviramea”, Royal Horticultural Society, accessed September 13, 2021, https://www.rhs.org.uk/Plants/3543/Cornus-stolonifera-Flaviramea/Details.
- “Yellowtwig Dogwood”, University of Minnesota Extension, accessed September 13, 2021, https://extension.umn.edu/trees-and-shrubs/yellowtwig-dogwood.
