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Redtwig Or Red-Osier, Creek Dogwood

Cornus sericea

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Overview

Cornus stolonifera, commonly known as Redtwig or Red-Osier Dogwood, is a deciduous shrub celebrated for its vibrant red stems that shine in winter landscapes. It grows up to 6-9 feet tall and wide, preferring moist soils in full sun to partial shade. White spring flowers, followed by blue-white berries, support local wildlife. Ideal for mass planting and erosion control, this hardy shrub adds year-round interest to any design.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 3–8Type Shrub, TreeClimate Alpine
Redtwig Or Red-Osier, Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea) — It grows up to 6-9 feet tall and wide, preferring moist soils in full sun to partial shade
Redtwig Or Red-Osier, Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea) — the Red-Osier Dogwood is a crowd-pleaser with its multiple stems and a roundedRedtwig Or Red-Osier, Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea) — This North American native is well-suited for USDA zones 3 through 8Redtwig Or Red-Osier, Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea) — commonly known as Redtwig or Red-Osier DogwoodRedtwig Or Red-Osier, Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea) — The Redtwig or Red-Osier DogwoodRedtwig Or Red-Osier, Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea) — Ideal for mass planting and erosion control, this hardy shrub adds year-round interest to any designRedtwig Or Red-Osier, Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea) — These traits make it an excellent choice for mass planting, hedging or even as a standalone specimen+44

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
3–8

Shape & size

Mature height
6–9 Ft.
Mature width
7–10 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub, Tree
Family
Cornaceae
Climate
Alpine

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Redtwig Or Red-Osier, Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea) — It grows up to 6-9 feet tall and wide, preferring moist soils in full sun to partial shade
Redtwig Or Red-Osier, Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea) — the Red-Osier Dogwood is a crowd-pleaser with its multiple stems and a rounded
Redtwig Or Red-Osier, Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea) — This North American native is well-suited for USDA zones 3 through 8
Redtwig Or Red-Osier, Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea) — commonly known as Redtwig or Red-Osier Dogwood
Redtwig Or Red-Osier, Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea) — The Redtwig or Red-Osier Dogwood
Redtwig Or Red-Osier, Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea) — Ideal for mass planting and erosion control, this hardy shrub adds year-round interest to any design
Redtwig Or Red-Osier, Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea) — These traits make it an excellent choice for mass planting, hedging or even as a standalone specimen
Redtwig Or Red-Osier, Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea) — scientifically known as Cornus sericea (formerly Cornus stolonifera)
Redtwig Or Red-Osier, Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea) — is a deciduous shrub celebrated for its vibrant red stems that shine in winter landscapes
Redtwig Or Red-Osier, Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea) — White spring flowers, followed by blue-white berries, support local wildlife
Redtwig Or Red-Osier, Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea) — is a versatile and striking deciduous shrub that can bring year-round interest to any landscape design
Redtwig Or Red-Osier, Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea) — It grows up to 6-9 feet tall and wide, preferring moist soils in full sun to partial shade; further
Redtwig Or Red-Osier, Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea) — is a deciduous shrub celebrated for its vibrant red stems that shine in winter landscapes; these traits
Redtwig Or Red-Osier, Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea) — and it's also known for its ability to stabilize soil
Redtwig Or Red-Osier, Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea) — further enhancing the shrub's aesthetic appeal.<br><br>For optimal growth
Redtwig Or Red-Osier, Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea) — followed by white or blue-tinted berries that attract a variety of birds
Redtwig Or Red-Osier, Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea) — the plant exhibits flat-topped clusters of white flowers
Redtwig Or Red-Osier, Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea) — changing to shades of purple and red in the fall
Redtwig Or Red-Osier, Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea) — Ideal for mass planting and erosion control, this hardy shrub adds year-round interest to, image 30
Redtwig Or Red-Osier, Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea) — The Redtwig or Red-Osier Dogwood; the plant exhibits flat-topped clusters of white flowers
Redtwig Or Red-Osier, Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea) — which provide a stunning visual contrast against snow in the winter months.<br><br>During the growing
Redtwig Or Red-Osier, Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea) — and it thrives in medium to wet conditions with well-drained soil
Redtwig Or Red-Osier, Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea) — commonly known as Redtwig or Red-Osier Dogwood; white spring flowers, followed by blue-white berries
Redtwig Or Red-Osier, Creek Dogwood (Cornus sericea) — shrub / tree for full or half
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