Cornus sanguinea Arctic Sun

Arctic Sun Dogwood

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Hardy deciduous shrub with striking variegated foliage and red winter stems. Compact growth habit suitable for borders or containers in temperate climates.
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Plant Details

Common Name Arctic Sun Dogwood
Family Cornaceae
Genus Cornus
Species Sanguinea
Variety Arctic Sun
Origin Europe, Asia
Blooming Small white flowers in late spring, followed by blue-black berries.
Leaf Color Green with cream/white margins (variegated)
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Fertile, moist but well-drained loamy soil. Tolerates clay.

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during growing season, reduce in winter when dormant.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun for best variegation and stem color; tolerates partial shade.

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Fertilization

Apply slow-release fertilizer in spring to promote growth and red stem intensity.

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Pruning

Prune hard after flowering or in late winter to maintain shape and encourage new red stems.

Pest Control Aphid Caterpillar Leaf Miner Scale Insect

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
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Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 8 months
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Mar
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
-4° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
800 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 80%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
200 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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