Deciduous
- Caryopteris
to Cornus
Caryopteris to Cornus
It comes as no surprise that our largest group of plants is the deciduous,
ornamental shrub. They make great centerpieces to any garden. We grow hardy
varieties that thrive in nearly any climate to make a garden full of life and
interest nearly year-round.
Their amazing range of sizes, buds and blooms allows them to work with an endless number of other plants. On their own or arranged in landscape design, shrubs help establish a comfortable environment.
We are committed to bringing you the best plants for your area, whether they are new varieties or time-tested classics. Please see our current availability list or contact your account representative for more information on Van Belle deciduous shrubs. Look for the Proven Winners® logo next to our PW branded varieties.
We have divided the deciduous plants into subsections to make navigation easier.
Deciduous shrub subsections:
Acer to
Buddleia
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Caryopteris to Cornus
• Cotinus to Hibiscus
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Hydrangea
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Itea to Physocarpus
Potentilla to Sorbaria
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Spiraea to Syringa
• Viburnum to Weigelia
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Caryopteris
x clandonensis 'Dark Knight'
Dark Knight Bluebeard
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 5 (-29°C/-20°F)
Mature height x width: 3' x 5'; Mounding
- Deep purple-blue flowers with a darker green foliage.
- Dies down to the ground in colder climates, but will flower on new wood.
- A butterfly magnet!
Blooms in Late Summer/Early Fall • Flowers are Dark blue
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Caryopteris
x clandonensis 'Grand Bleu'
Grand Bleu™ Bluebeard
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 5 (-29°C/-20°F)
Mature height x width: 3' x 3'; Rounded
- Dark green glossy foliage contrasts beautifully with deep blue flowers.
- A mutation of 'Heavenly Blue' with a more upright growth habit.
- A butterfly magnet!
Propagation prohibited without a license.
Blooms in Late Summer/Early Fall • Flowers are Dark blue
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Caryopteris
incana 'Jason' PPAF
Sunshine Blue™ Bluebeard
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 5 (-29°C/-20°F)
Mature height x width: 3' x 3'; Mounding
- A strong growing caryopteris with large, bright sunny yellow foliage - a real standout!
- Rich amethyst blue flowers plus the fabulous foliage are a real improvement over 'Worcester Gold'.
- A butterfly magnet!
Propagation prohibited without a license.
Blooms in Late Summer/Early Fall • Flowers are Blue-purple
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Clethra
alnifolia 'Hummingbird'
Hummingbird Summersweet
Grows best in Part Sun • Cold hardy to zone 4 (-34°C/-30°F)
Mature height x width: 4' x 3-4'; Mounding
- Compact, mounding shrub with dark green leaves and masses of showy white fragrant flowers in the summer.
- Prefers acidic soil and is not fussy about light exposure - sun or shade is fine.
- Narrow, lustrous green leaves turn golden in fall.
Blooms in Late Summer/Early Fall • Flowers are White
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Clethra
alnifolia 'Ruby Spice'
Ruby Spice Summersweet
Grows best in Shade • Cold hardy to zone 4 (-34°C/-30°F)
Mature height x width: 3-6' x 3-4'; Upright
- This upright variety has bright pink, very fragrant flowers that add lots of color in summer.
- Prefers acidic soil and is not fussy about light exposure - sun or shade is fine.
- Bright green foliage turns yellow in the fall.
Blooms in Summer • Flowers are Bright Pink
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Cornus
alba 'Elegantissima'
Elegantissima Dogwood
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 3 (-40°C/-40°F)
Mature height x width: 6' x 6'; Upright
- The silverleaf dogwood is an excellent four-season contrast plant.
- Deep red branches in the winter.
- Lovely variegated foliage the rest of the year.
Blooms in Late Spring/Early Summer • Flowers are White
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Cornus
baileyi
Red Twig Dogwood
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 3 (-40°C/-40°F)
Mature height x width: 8-10' x 8-10'; Upright
- This shade tolerant red twigged dogwood has porcelain blue berries in the fall - great for birds.
- A classic, very reliable cultivar.
- Adapts well to most soils and conditions.
Blooms in Late Spring/Early Summer • Flowers are White
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Cornus
alba 'Bud's Yellow'
Bud's Yellow Dogwood
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 3 (-40°C/-40°F)
Mature height x width: 6-8' x 5-6'; Upright
- Bright yellow stems are a highlight in winter and are more disease resistant than common yellowtwig dogwood.
- Has clean, attractive foliage.
- Adapts well to most soils and conditions.
Blooms in Summer • Flowers are White
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Cornus
alba 'Cream Cracker' PP#12830
Cream Cracker™ Dogwood
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 3 (-40°C/-40°F)
Mature height x width: 3' x 4'; Upright
- New growth is green with golden yellow margins, fading to green with creamy ivory edges.
- Purplish-red stems in winter.
- Adapts well to most soils and conditions.
Propagation prohibited without a license.
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Cornus
alba 'Aurea'
Golden Prairie Fire Dogwood
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 3 (-40°C/-40°F)
Mature height x width: 6' x 6'; Upright
- A workhorse shrub with large bright yellow leaves in spring.
- Bright red stems all through late fall and winter.
- If planted in shade, foliage will be light green to yellow.
Blooms in Late Spring/Early Summer • Flowers are White
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Cornus
alba 'Bailhalo' PP#8722
Ivory Halo® Dogwood
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 3 (-40°C/-40°F)
Mature height x width: 5-6' x 8-9'; Upright
- A compact dogwood with medium sized green leaves nicely edged with white.
- Cheery red stems all winter long.
- Adapts well to most soils and conditions.
Propagation prohibited without a license.
Blooms in Late Spring/Early Summer • Flowers are White
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Cornus
alba 'Kesselringii'
Kesselring Dogwood
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 3 (-40°C/-40°F)
Mature height x width: 5' x 5'; Upright
- Upright spreading dogwood with attractive deep purple branches in winter.
- White flowers with bronze toned leaves.
- Adapts well to most soils and conditions.
Blooms in Late Spring/Early Summer • Flowers are White
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Cornus
alba 'Regnzam'
Red Gnome™ Dogwood
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 3 (-40°C/-40°F)
Mature height x width: 4' x 4-5'; Upright
- Extremely compact and dense upright rounded form.
- Bright red stem color, fine textured branching habit.
- Very adaptable, thrives in areas with harsh growing conditions.
Propagation prohibited without a license.
Blooms in Late Spring/Early Summer • Flowers are White
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Cornus
racemosa 'Mahzam'
Mahoning™ Dogwood
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 3 (-40°C/-40°F)
Mature height x width: 10' x 10'; Upright
- Distinctive gray-brown stems offer excellent winter effect.
- Strong grower.
- Very adaptable, thrives in areas with harsh growing conditions.
Propagation prohibited without a license.
Blooms in Late Spring/Early Summer • Flowers are White
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Cornus
racemosa 'Muszam'
Muskingum™ Dogwood
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 3 (-40°C/-40°F)
Mature height x width: 2' x 4'; Mounding
- Attractive gray-green foliage, distinctive brick-red fall foliage and luminous white berry clusters.
- Slow growing, spreading variety.
- Very adaptable, thrives in areas with harsh growing conditions.
Propagation prohibited without a license.
Blooms in Late Spring/Early Summer • Flowers are White
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Cornus
sericea 'Isanti'
Isanti Dogwood
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 3 (-40°C/-40°F)
Mature height x width: 5-6' x 5-6'; Upright
- Compact, dense shrub with white flower clusters in spring.
- Abundant white berries in the fall are a tasty treat for the birds.
- Reddish-purple fall foliage, followed by red winter stems.
Blooms in Late Spring/Early Summer • Flowers are White
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Cornus
sericea 'Kelseyi'
Kelsey's Dwarf Dogwood
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 3 (-40°C/-40°F)
Mature height x width: 2-3' x 2-3'; Upright
- A true dwarf dogwood.
- Compact and well-branched, winter brings out the best in its wine red stems.
- Excellent as a shrub border, and very tolerant of wet soils.
Blooms in Late Spring/Early Summer • Flowers are White
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Cornus
sericea 'Silver & Gold'
Silver & Gold Dogwood
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 3 (-40°C/-40°F)
Mature height x width: 6-7' x 8-10'; Upright
- Attractive variegated version of yellowtwig dogwood.
- Irregular green foliage with creamy white and yellow margins.
- Eye-catching yellow stems in winter.
Blooms in Late Spring/Early Summer • Flowers are White
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Cornus
sanguinea 'Cato' PPAF, CPBRAF
Arctic Sun™ Dogwood
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 3 (-40°C/-40°F)
Mature height x width: 3' x 3'; Upright
- Dwarf and compact dogwood, with rich green foliage in spring and summer.
- Rich yellow stems turn fiery red in winter.
- Great as a cut stem for floral arrangements!
Propagation prohibited without a license.
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Cornus
stolonifera 'Arctic Fire' PPAF
Arctic Fire® Dogwood
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 3 (-40°C/-40°F)
Mature height x width: 4' x 4'; Upright
- Lush green leaves adorn this dogwood from spring to fall.
- Vibrant red stems in the winter.
- Compact and easy to care for; use the stems in floral arrangements for a real show!
Propagation prohibited without a license.
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Corylus
avellana 'Contorta'
Corkscrew Hazel
Grows best in Full Sun • Cold hardy to zone 5 (-29°C/-20°F)
Mature height x width: 8-10' x 8-10'; Upright, arching
- Best known for its twisted, curled branches visible in winter after all its leaves have dropped.
- Bears yellow catkins in early spring, followed by crumpled dark green leaves.
- In colder climates, protect from north wind exposure.