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Isanti Red Twig Dogwood
Isanti Red Twig Dogwood
$65.00
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Low stock: 6 left
Cornus sericea ‘Isanti’
Choose Isanti Red Twig Dogwood if you want winter stem color in a tighter bed; the tradeoff is that it needs periodic hard pruning to keep the youngest stems red.
Buy This If
- You want red winter stems.
- Space is tighter than average.
- The soil holds some moisture.
Skip This If
- You need evergreen screening.
- You will not prune older stems.
- Deer browse heavily in your yard.
PGNE Report Card
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | B+ | Its best season is winter, when the red stems stand out after leaves drop. |
| Growth Rate | A- | It fills in quickly for a compact shrub without getting as rangy as larger red twig types. |
| Maintenance | B- | It is durable, but the best stem color depends on removing older wood every few years. |
| Deer Resistance | C | This isn't deer-resistant; deer may browse it, especially tender new growth, so protect it where deer pressure is heavy. |
| Small Space Fit | A- | Its dense, compact habit makes it easier to place near walks and foundations than larger dogwoods. |
| Screening Value | C+ | It can add seasonal density, but it drops leaves and is not a privacy screen. |
Our Experience
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend Isanti for homeowners who like red twig dogwood but do not have room for the larger forms. Plan on renewal pruning, not shearing, for the cleanest winter stem display.
Plant Facts
| Mature Height | 5 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 5 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 3a-7b |
| Spacing | 3.5 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Moisture | Average to wet |
| Growth Habit | Upright, multi-stem, suckering |
Customers Usually Ask
Does it stay red all winter?
The younger stems carry the best red color, especially after regular renewal pruning.
Can it handle wet soil?
Yes, it is a good fit for average to wetter ground as long as the site is not constantly flooded.
Is it good for privacy?
Not as a true screen; it is deciduous and better used for seasonal color and massing.
Why buy for fall color
- See the actual color before you buy it
- Foliage, berries and late bloom — all three seasons of interest
- Fall planting means roots established before winter
Shrubs Grown to Perform in New England
At Pro Growers of New England, our shrubs are grown and maintained locally to perform in true New England conditions. From flowering varieties to evergreen foundation plants, each shrub is properly spaced, pruned, and cared for to develop strong root systems and balanced structure before it ever reaches your landscape.
Unlike large online sellers that ship plants long distances, we invite you to visit our nursery, walk the rows, and inspect the exact shrubs available. You can see the size, health, and fullness in person — ensuring there are no surprises upon delivery.
Unlike large online sellers that ship plants long distances, we invite you to visit our nursery, walk the rows, and inspect the exact shrubs available. You can see the size, health, and fullness in person — ensuring there are no surprises upon delivery.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-22101
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