Dogwood Silky
Cornus amomum
Silky Dogwood is a shrub that is native to Ontario. It has clusters of small, creamy-white flowers in late spring/early summer, purple-red stems, a reddish-purple fall foliage colour, and white berries that turn blue as they mature. In addition to its ornamental qualities, Silky Dogwood also provides food for bees, butterflies, birds, small mammals, and other pollinators.
Silky Dogwood grows best in full to part sun with fertile, moist to wet, slightly acidic, well-drained soils. It tolerates full shade, but flowering will be reduced.
Seasonal Availability: Typically available May through September, depending on suppliers availability.
Characteristics
Size: 6'-12' tall, 6'-12' wide
Native, Good for Erosion Control, Fall Colour, Bee-Friendly, Butterfly-Friendly, and Good for Wet Soil
Care
Full sun outdoors (6-8+ hours of direct sun), Part shade outdoors (4 hours of direct sun), and Full shade outdoors (0-2 hours of direct sun)
Water every 1-3 days for first year until established (based on outdoor temperature & plant's water consumption).
Increase watering in the heat of summer and watch for wilting or browning as signs to increase watering frequency.
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