Dogwood - Cream Cracker - #2

The Dogwood - Cream Cracker is a stunning addition to any garden, offering a compact form with eye-catching variegated foliage and colorful stems for year-round beauty. This ornamental dogwood shrub features cream-edged leaves that brighten garden beds and borders, while its yellow stems create a lively winter display. Dogwood - Cream Cracker thrives in a range of soil conditions, making it an adaptable and resilient choice for both new and established landscapes. Its moderate size and dense habit provide excellent ground coverage, and it is highly valued for its cold hardiness in northern climates. Add vibrant texture and lasting appeal to your garden with this exceptional, low-maintenance shrub.

Key Features

• Displays unique cream-edged variegated foliage for striking visual contrast.
• Yellow stems add cheerful color and interest during winter months.
• Compact growth habit is perfect for borders, mass plantings, and small gardens.
• Extremely cold-hardy and well-suited to Zone 3b gardens.
• Adaptable to various soil types, including loam and sandy soils.
• Low maintenance and resistant to most pests and diseases.

Plant Care Instructions

1. Light Requirements:
   Prefers full sun to partial shade with at least 4-6 hours of sunlight daily.
2. Watering:
   Water consistently, keeping soil evenly moist but not waterlogged, especially during dry spells.
3. Soil Type:
   Thrives in well-draining loam or sandy soil; add compost for improved fertility if needed.
4. Temperature & Hardiness Zone:
   Hardy to Zone 3b; protect from frost when temperatures dip below -5°C.
5. Fertilizer:
   Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring to encourage healthy foliage and growth.
6. Pruning & Maintenance:
   Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain compact shape and stimulate colorful new stems.
7. Special Notes:
   Mulch around the base to help retain moisture and protect roots from extreme cold. Excellent for low-maintenance landscapes.