Dogwood 'Bud's Yellow'

Scott's Nursery Ltd.

$29.99
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A true winter standout, 'Bud's Yellow' brings a bold splash of sunshine to the dormant garden with its brilliant, golden-yellow stems that glow against the snow. In spring and summer, it transitions into a lush, clean backdrop of emerald green foliage accented by delicate clusters of white flowers. This shrub is a master of transformation, offering a bright, cheery alternative to the traditional red-twig dogwood that illuminates even the greyest winter days.

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Plant Details

Mature Size:

72–96" H x 60–84" W

Zone:

3-7

Watering:

Medium to High

Foliage Type:

Deciduous

Growth Rate:

Fast

Light:

Full Sun/Part Sun

Plant Profile

Common Names:

Bud's Yellow Tatarian Dogwood, Yellow-Twig Dogwood, Golden-Twig Dogwood

Scientific Name:

Cornus alba 'Bud's Yellow'

Type:

Ornamental Flowering Shrub / Winter Interest Shrub

Growth Details:

  • Mature Size: 6–8 feet tall and 5–7 feet wide.
  • Growth Habit: Upright, spreading, and multi-stemmed.
  • Form: Round to arching habit.
  • Growth Rate: Fast.
  • Longevity: 20–30 years with regular rejuvenation pruning.

Environmental Needs:

  • Exposure: Full sun to part shade.
  • Soil Preferences: Thrives in moist, well-drained, organic-rich soils.
  • Soil Tolerance: Highly adaptable; tolerates wet soil, heavy clay, and varying pH levels.
  • Watering: Requires regular watering; excellent for low-lying areas of the garden.

Special Features:

Extremely cold hardy; salt tolerant; deer resistant; attracts songbirds and pollinators; excellent for erosion control.

Care Guide

Ornamental & Landscape Value

Seasonal Interest:

  • Bloom Information: Small, creamy-white flat-topped flower clusters in late spring (May-June).
  • Fall Colour: Foliage turns an understated yellow or reddish-purple.
  • Bark: Stunning, bright yellow-gold stems visible all winter after leaves drop.
  • Fruit: Produces bluish-white berries in late summer that are highly attractive to birds.

Garden Value:

Exceptional for winter interest, mass plantings, and shrub borders. Its tolerance for wet feet makes it a "go-to" choice for rain gardens, pond edges, or areas with poor drainage.

Wildlife & Human Value:

  • Wildlife Value: The berries are a vital food source for songbirds, and the flowers support bees and butterflies.
  • Human Value: The vibrant yellow stems are highly prized for winter floral arrangements and holiday porch pots.

Planting & Care Guide

Planting Considerations:

  • Best Time To Plant: Spring or late autumn.
  • Spacing: 5–6 feet apart for a dense screen or hedge.
  • Location Tips: Select a spot that stays naturally moist; perfect for stabilizing soil on slopes or near water features.

Care:

  • Light Requirements: Thrives in full sun to partial shade; full sun produces the most intense winter stem colour.
  • Moisture Requirements: Prefers consistently moist soil; does not like to dry out.
  • Maintenance: To maintain the brightest yellow stems, prune out one-third of the oldest branches to the ground each spring.
  • Fertilization: Apply a balanced garden fertilizer in early spring before new growth begins.

Tolerances:

Wet soil, clay soil, deer, and road salt.

Tips For Success:

For the most vivid winter display, perform a "rejuvenation prune" every 2-3 years by cutting the entire plant back to 6 inches from the ground in early spring. Mulch heavily to retain soil moisture.

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