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Arctic Fire^™ Cornus stolonifera 'Farrow' pp# 18,523

A remarkable new dwarf red twig dogwood that fits right into today's gardens and landscapes. Arctic Fire is extremely compact selection of the industry favorite 'Baileyii' that is roughly 1/2 the height and with twice as many branches. In the garden it provides more color because it has more stems. In production it gives you a beefier plant with less inputs.

Breed by noted plantsman Michael Farrow of Holly Hill Nursery.

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Hardiness: USDA Zone 3

Bloom Time: Spring

Bloom Color: White

Foliage Color: Green

Size: 3 – 4 feet

Exposure: Full sun to partial shade

Soil: Prefers well-drained, moist soil. pH adaptable

Pruning: Immediately after flowering. Sets flower buds in summer. Do not prune in early spring or late fall.

Watering: Medium moisture

Wildlife: None

Type: Deciduous

Fertilizing: Fertilize in early spring by applying a slow release fertilizer specialized for trees & shrubs. Follow the label for recommended rate of application.

Uses: perennial or shrub borders, masses and groupings, container gardens, winter gardens.

Breeder: Mike Farrow of Holly Hill Nursery

Mike Farrow brings us another special Cornus with beautiful red stems. It’s a spectacular show in the winter sunlight. This variety is dwarf in form, reaching a height of 3 to 4 feet. Cornus usually reach a height of 8 to 10 feet, making Arctic Fire^™a great breakthrough for smaller gardens or residential landscapes.

This wonderful shrub will add sensational color in the winter with its intense red stems. Bring the outdoors in and use Arctic Fire^™ dogwood as a cut stem for holiday arrangements or for season long color indoors.

Sources : Available at better nurseries and garden centers

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