Dogwood, Bailey Redtwig

Cornus stolonifera   'Baileyi'

Category: deciduous shrub   Size:

Mature Size: 6 - 10 ' by 6 - 10 '

Zone: 3 - 8   Growth Rate: fast

Foliage: ovate to lance-like, 1 - 5" long

Elevation (if known): To 9,000'

Water: Regular water. Adaptable.

Soil : Does best in moist soil. Is OK in dry conditions if well mulched. Tolerates clay.

Sun: Full to part shade

Comments: Creamy flowers, red bark in winter. Prune out oldest 1/4 to 1/3 canes each year. Upright branching pattern.

Warnings:

Alamosa Tree Board Recommended? no

Street Tree? no   Street Tree Conditions:

CO/NM native? no   Native to: Western North America

Known Locations:

Information Sources: Rky Mtn Gardener's Guide; Little Valley Whole Sales Nursery