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In spring, an azure of dissected leaves grow from the tips of darker, older growth creating a two-tone effect that lasts through summer. Heavenly Bamboo-named after its close resemblance to true bamboo-is an evergreen shrub with rose, coppery, or plum foliage (depending on the variety) and occasional spires of white flowers in summer. Heavenly Bamboo is one of the most versatile evergreen shrubs in the Pacific Northwest and has colorful foliage spring through winter. To rejuvenate plants, prune older stems back 6 inches from the base to encourage new twigs. Older growth will tend to darken over time.

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For the best foliage and twig coloration, plant in full sun but part or open shade is acceptable. Red Twig and Yellow Twig Dogwoods are adaptable shrubs and perform well in moist, well drained locations or areas with occasional flooding.

Yellow Twig Dogwood ( Cornus sericea ‘Flaviramea’) sports bright yellow stems in winter and makes an excellent companion to other Red Twig Dogwoods.Ĭaveats. Variegated Tartarian Red Twig Dogwood ( Cornus alba ‘Elegantissima’) has attractive green and white leaves in summer and vivid red stems in winter.

Midwinter Fire Red Twig Dogwood ( Cornus sanguinea ‘Midwinter Fire’) appears to be glowing with yellow and orange stems in winter, chartreus leaves in spring, and golden foliage in fall. After the foliage has dropped in winter, the stems of these shrubs glow-making excellent mass plantings or winter cuttings to be brought inside with sprigs of grey-green White Pine or bunches of golden Autumn Joy Sedum. The foliage of dogwood shrubs is spectacular in fall and transitions into shades of gold, orange, and red (depending on the variety). Small clusters of white flowers cover the plant in late spring followed by berries-a source of nutrients for birds throughout summer. In spring, the new growth of dogwood shrubs provides excellent havens for small birds making their northern journey. The new stems of these shrubs scintillate in the winter landscape. Red and Yellow Twig Dogwoods make their most dramatic performance when leaves have dropped. Red Twig and Yellow Twig Dogwood Shrubs ( Cornus spp.) Here are 3 vividly colored plants that look great year round and can warm the soul during c-c-c-cold, wintery months. January strolls in the garden can be frigid, demoralizing experiences.

Red twig dogwood companion plants