Plant Profile: Cornus alba 'Byboughen' NEON BURST

The Neon Burst Tatarian Dogwood is a compact shrub that typically reaches heights and widths of 4 to 5 feet. Its foliage boasts a vibrant yellow to chartreuse hue, demonstrating excellent resistance to summer heat. In mid-spring, small flowers bloom in clusters at the tips of the branches. During the fall, the plant showcases a striking display of colors, including red, purple, and yellow, while its stems take on a red tone in winter. With its upright and rounded growth habit, this shrub can spread through rhizomes, potentially forming thickets; therefore, it’s advisable to remove any unwanted suckers.

For optimal growth, plant it in moist, fertile, well-drained soil, ideally in full sun to partial shade. This versatile shrub can be utilized as a hedge, grouped with other plants, or to add winter interest to your landscape. Additionally, it can be incorporated into naturalized areas where it can spread freely.

For further details, refer to information on Cornus alba.