Cornus alba 'Sibirica' - Red-barked Dogwood
One of the finest shrubs for winter colour, producing brilliant coral-red stems that create a stunning display from late autumn through winter. A garden essential for year-round interest.
Seasonal Highlights
Fresh green foliage throughout summer, often with hints of red. Small white flowers appear in late spring. Autumn brings warm tints before leaves fall to reveal the spectacular coral-red stems that glow throughout winter, especially effective in low winter sunlight.
Key Features
- Brilliant coral-red winter stems
- Outstanding winter colour
- White flowers in late spring
- Attractive autumn tints
- Excellent for wildlife
- Fully hardy
Perfect For
Essential for winter gardens and mixed borders. Excellent planted in groups for maximum impact. Perfect near water features or in damp areas. Ideal for creating winter stem displays. Works wonderfully in wildlife gardens, attracting pollinators and providing shelter for birds.
Growing Tips
Plant in sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Tolerates heavy clay and waterlogged conditions. For the most vibrant winter stem colour, hard prune annually in early spring, cutting back to within 5-10cm of ground level. This encourages vigorous new growth with the brightest red stems. Mulch well and water during dry spells.
Looks Great With
Stunning when planted with yellow-stemmed dogwoods like Cornus sericea 'Flaviramea' for winter contrast. Combines beautifully with evergreens which provide backdrop for the coloured stems. Pairs well with early spring bulbs and winter-flowering shrubs.
An indispensable shrub that transforms the winter garden with its brilliant coral-red stems and provides valuable interest across multiple seasons.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
