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Posted 02/26/2023 in Shrub

Cornus sanguinea 'Cato'

A deciduous upright rounded shrub, Cornus sanguinea 'Cato', is a dwarf cultivar most noted for its bright yellow stems with crimson tips creating a great contrast to the winter landscape. Small white cluster of flowers give way to attractive fruit which attracts birds.

Post Details

Latin Name
Cornus sanguinea 'Cato'
Common Name
Bloodtwig Dogwood
Planting Zone
Zone 4 Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8
Special Interest
Attracts Birds Attracts Butterflies
Bloom Season
Spring
Height
3-4 ft
Spread
3-4 ft
Suggested Uses
Shrub Borders
Potential Pests
No serious problems

Plant Story

A deciduous upright rounded shrub, Cornus sanguinea 'Cato', is a dwarf cultivar most noted for its bright yellow stems with crimson tips creating a great contrast to the winter landscape. Small white cluster of flowers give way to attractive fruit which attracts birds.

Special Care Instructions

Pruning not required but pruning it back 20-25% of oldest stems for best color.

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