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Bailey's Twisted Dogwood

Cornus Sericea 'Baileyi'

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Overview

The Bailey's Twisted Dogwood (Cornus sericea 'Baileyi') is a striking deciduous shrub featuring red-twigged, spiral branches that add winter interest. It grows to 6-8 ft tall and wide, preferring full sun to part shade. Spring brings clusters of white flowers, followed by blue-white berries. Its leaves turn reddish-purple in fall. Suitable for zones 3-7, it thrives in moist soil, perfect for rain gardens and naturalized areas.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater High, MediumZones 3–6Climate Alpine
Bailey's Twisted Dogwood (Cornus Sericea 'Baileyi') — The Bailey's Twisted Dogwood (Cornus sericea 'Baileyi') is a striking deciduous shrub featuring
Bailey's Twisted Dogwood (Cornus Sericea 'Baileyi') — spiral branches that add winter interest

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
High, Medium
USDA zones
3–6

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Cornaceae
Climate
Alpine

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Bailey's Twisted Dogwood (Cornus Sericea 'Baileyi') — The Bailey's Twisted Dogwood (Cornus sericea 'Baileyi') is a striking deciduous shrub featuring
Bailey's Twisted Dogwood (Cornus Sericea 'Baileyi') — spiral branches that add winter interest

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