CORNUS ALBA PRAIRIE FIRE (AUREA) / PRAIRIE FIRE DOGWOOD
CORNUS ALBA PRAIRIE FIRE (AUREA) / PRAIRIE FIRE DOGWOOD
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CORNUS ALBA ‘PRAIRIE FIRE’ (AUREA) / PRAIRIE FIRE DOGWOOD
A Bold, Colorful Shrub with Golden Foliage and Fiery Red Stems
Cornus alba ‘Prairie Fire’ is an eye-catching deciduous shrub known for its vibrant golden-yellow foliage, striking red stems in winter, and multi-season appeal. With delicate white flowers in spring, lush summer color, and dramatic fall hues, this low-maintenance, cold-hardy shrub is perfect for brightening up landscapes year-round.
Why Choose Prairie Fire Dogwood?
- Brilliant Golden Foliage: Bright yellow leaves provide a bold contrast in the landscape.
- Fiery Red Winter Stems: Creates a striking display against snowy backdrops.
- Multi-Season Interest: Spring flowers, summer color, autumn brilliance, and vivid winter stems.
- Cold Hardy & Low Maintenance: Thrives in harsh conditions with minimal care.
Key Features:
- Showy Foliage: Golden-yellow leaves add warmth and brightness throughout the growing season.
- Clusters of White Flowers: Small, creamy-white blooms appear in late spring, followed by blue-white berries that attract birds.
- Brilliant Red Winter Stems: Provides striking contrast in winter landscapes.
- Adaptable & Resilient: Tolerates a variety of soil conditions, including wet areas.
Specifications:
- Plant Size: Typically grows 5–7 feet tall and wide.
- Hardiness: USDA Zones 3–7, ideal for cold climates.
- Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade; best stem color develops in full sun.
- Soil Requirements: Moist, well-drained soil; tolerates clay and wet conditions.
Ideal Uses:
- Hedges & Borders: Forms a dense, colorful natural screen.
- Winter Interest Plantings: Red stems provide stunning contrast in colder months.
- Mixed Shrub Gardens: Complements evergreens and perennials beautifully.
- Rain Gardens & Moist Areas: Thrives in damp conditions, ideal for water’s edge plantings.
Cornus alba ‘Prairie Fire’ is a bold, versatile shrub that brings year-round beauty to any landscape. With its golden foliage, fiery red stems, and easy-care nature, it’s the perfect choice for gardeners looking to add striking color and texture in all seasons.
Care Instructions
Care Instructions
Different plants have different watering needs. Check the soil moisture by inserting your finger about an inch into the soil. If it feels dry, water the plant until the water drains from the bottom of the pot. Avoid overwatering, as it can lead to root rot.
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