Cornus alba 'Jefreb' [sold as Little Rebel®]
Little Rebel Tatarian Dogwood

 Family:
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 Hardiness:
 Deciduous / Evergreen:
 Foliage Notes:
Green
 Ultimate Height:
3-4 feet
 Ultimate Spread:
3-4 feet
 Light Requirements:
 Soil Notes:
Moist, well-drained
 Range:
Cultivated Origin
 Ecological Functions:
 Purdue Plant Doctor
Parts and Problems of Dogwood
  Special Characteristics:
  • Fall Color 240
  • Winter Interest 117

    • Additional Information

    Little Rebel® has a compact form with incredible maroon fall color and bright red stems in the winter. It also stands out in the summer with bark that is smooth and stems that have a tinge of red to them.

    Other plants like this Cornus alba 'Jefreb' [sold as Little Rebel®] (Little Rebel Tatarian Dogwood)

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