Redoiser Dogwood is a valuable native selection that appeals to many kinds of wildlife with an open, spreading habit with low, horizontal branches maturing to 6-9’ tall. A 4-season selection, featuring creamy white clusters of flat-topped flowers in late spring, followed by white to bluish-white fruit in late summer/early fall, gorgeous purple/red fall foliage, with deep red stems adding interest to the winter landscape. Prefers sites with moist soil in full sun or partial shade, but adapts well to both wet and dry conditions, making it great for rain gardens, wetlands, and stream bank installations. Tolerates wind and areas with compacted soil.
Live stakes are dormant, live woody cuttings of a species with the branches trimmed off. Live staking performs an important function in creating a root mat that stabilizes the soil by reinforcing and binding soil particles together. Stake establishment also improves aesthetics and provides a habitat for wildlife. These are intended to be planted in large masses, encouraging the re-establishment of riparian vegetation.
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