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Arctic Sun™

Sun or partial sun

36 - 48

Cornus sanguinea
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ColorChoice® Flowering Shrubs

Arctic Sun™
Dogwood
Cornus
sanguinea

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$15.95
Container Size: Quart

Andre van Nijnatten, the breeder of ‘Winter Flame’, brings us another special Cornus with beautiful yellow stems tipped with red. It’s a spectacular show in the winter sunlight. This variety is dwarf in form, reaching a height of 3 to 4 feet. Cornus usually reach a height of 8 to 10 feet, making Arctic Sun™ a great breakthrough for smaller gardens or residential landscapes.

This wonderful shrub will add sensational color in the fall with its golden yellow and peachy orange foliage. It is extremely beautiful in the winter with its yellow stems with red tips. Bring the outdoors in and use Arctic Sun™ as a cut stem for holiday arrangements or for season long color indoors.

Features

Beautiful yellow stems with deep red tips. A good plant for mixed borders. Prune old stems to the ground in spring. Fall and winter color. Deer resistant. Good for cutting.
• Cut Flower
• Deer Resistant
• Fall Interest
• Landscape Plant
• Low Maintenance
• Winter Interest

Ornamental Characteristics

Flower Color:
White
Foliage Color:
Green
Garden Height:
36 - 48"; Tall
Spacing:
36 - 48"
Habit:
Upright
Container Plant Style:
Thriller - Used either in the back or middle of a container. Usually a taller item that adds height and drama to the container.

Plant Needs

Duration:
Shrub
Shrub Type:
Deciduous
Bloom Time:
Late Spring
Zones:
Hardy in zones 4 - 7
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Hardy Temp:
-30°F (-34°C)
Exposure:
Sun or partial sun
Water Needs:
Normal
Maintenance:
Easy
Uses:
Landscapes
Beautiful in the landscape or a container to add winter interest. Stems may be cut for winter flower arrangements.

Patent Information

Arctic Sun™ Cornus sanguinea 'Cato' USPP19,892, CPBRAF

Growing Tips

Prefers well-drained, moist soil Prune immediately after flowering. Sets flower buds in summer for the next season's blooms. Do not prune in early spring or late fall. Prefers medium moisture. Fertilize in early spring by applying a slow release fertilizer specialized for trees and shrubs. Follow the label for recommended rate of application.

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