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Posted 02/26/2023 in Shrub

Cornus sanguinea 'Midwinter Fire'

Best known for its winter interest, Cornus sanguinea 'Midwinter Fire', has yellow winter stems with red twigs and yellow fall foliage. Tiny white flowers appear in the late spring giving way to dark purple that birds like.

Post Details

Latin Name
Cornus sanguinea 'Midwinter Fire'
Common Name
Bloodtwig Dogwood
Planting Zone
Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7
Special Interest
Deer Resistant
Bloom Season
Spring
Height
5-6 ft
Spread
5-6 ft
Suggested Uses
Shrub Borders Mass
Potential Pests
No serious problems

Plant Story

Best known for its winter interest, Cornus sanguinea 'Midwinter Fire', has yellow winter stems with red twigs and yellow fall foliage. Tiny white flowers appear in the late spring giving way to dark purple that birds like.

Special Care Instructions

Prune 1/4th of stems in early spring. Best color on new stems. Tolerant of wide range of soils.

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