Silky Dogwood 2-3'

Bring some style to your backyard with Silky Dogwood (Cornus amomum). This vigorous shrub is fast-growing and makes excellent seasonal displays – it is a favorite for producing nature and local ecosystems. From a first planting height of 2-3 feet, Silky Dogwood quickly becomes a beautiful part of your yard or garden. Green leaves, creamy white flowers, and luscious blueberries are perennial attractions for birds and pollinators.

Main Characteristics of the Silky Dogwood:

Planting Height: 2-3 ft; Mature Height: 6-12 ft.
Seasonal Interest: See white flower clusters in spring and early summer and then beautiful blueberries in fall.
Beautiful Bark: Red stems add winter color after the leaves are long gone.
Animal Lover: Blueberries are very popular for animals and birds.
Growth: Grows best in moist or moist soils and is a great rain garden or erosion control plant.

Benefits of the Silky Dogwood:

Pollinator-friendly: The flower aroma attracts Butterflies and bees, which keeps your garden healthy.
Erosion Control: Perfect for river banks, slopes, or soils where the soils are poor.
Easy to Maintain: It does not need much attention and can grow on all types of soil and moisture levels.
Privacy and Windbreak: Rich vegetation forms a thicket to afford privacy or windbreak.
Seasonal Interest: Provides seasonal display of colors and textures.

Planting & Care Instructions:

Requirements for Soils: Useful for many soil types, but best in moist, well-drained soils.
Sun: Optimally thriving in full sun to some shade, 4-6 hours of sunlight daily.
Water: Water daily during the first growing season, as it doesn’t mind wet soil.
Growth Rate: Steady, almost reached adulthood in a couple of years.
Tip: Space plants 6-10ft apart for best accessibility and coverage.

Why Choose the Silky Dogwood?

Silky Dogwood is the perfect plant for gardeners who want an extremely fast-growing shrub that’s attractive and ecologically rewarding. Its luscious leaves, flowers, and berries are seasonally beautiful and help wildlife. Whether you want naturalized borders, privacy screens, or erosion barriers, Silky Dogwood brings unparalleled beauty and practicality to any outdoor environment.