Red Osier Dogwood, Red-Osier Dogwood, RedOsier Dogwood, Red Willow, Redstem Dogwood, Redtwig Dogwood, Red-Rood, American Dogwood, Creek Dogwood, Western Dogwood, Cornus stolonifera, Swida sericea
Adding a pop of vibrant color in the snowy, dull months of winter, Cornus sericea (Red Osier Dogwood) is a medium-sized ornamental shrub with an incredible appeal. Rapidly growing and adaptable to most soils, including wet soils, it features spectacular decorative features: stunning fall color, attractive berries, vibrant red or golden stems, and sometimes lovely variegated summer foliage. A spectacular addition in the garden for most seasons, Red Osier Dogwood certainly adds a WOW! to a winter landscape.
Hardiness |
3 - 8 |
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Heat Zones |
1 - 8 |
Climate Zones | 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, A2, A3 |
Plant Type | Shrubs |
Plant Family | Cornaceae |
Genus | Cornus |
Common names | Dogwood, Redosier Dogwood |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
Height |
6' - 9' (180cm - 270cm) |
Spread |
8' - 12' (240cm - 3.7m) |
Spacing |
96" - 144" (240cm - 3.7m) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average, High |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Moisture Retentive |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy |
Native Plants | Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Midwest, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Northeast, Ohio, Oregon, Pacific Northwest, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Rocky Mountains, South Dakota, Southeast, Southwest, United States, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming |
Tolerance | Deer, Clay Soil, Wet Soil |
Attracts | Birds, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Banks And Slopes, Beds And Borders, Hedges And Screens, Ponds And Streams, Rain Gardens |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow, Traditional Garden |
Hardiness |
3 - 8 |
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Heat Zones |
1 - 8 |
Climate Zones | 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, A2, A3 |
Plant Type | Shrubs |
Plant Family | Cornaceae |
Genus | Cornus |
Common names | Dogwood, Redosier Dogwood |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
Height |
6' - 9' (180cm - 270cm) |
Spread |
8' - 12' (240cm - 3.7m) |
Spacing |
96" - 144" (240cm - 3.7m) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average, High |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Moisture Retentive |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy |
Native Plants | Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Midwest, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Northeast, Ohio, Oregon, Pacific Northwest, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Rocky Mountains, South Dakota, Southeast, Southwest, United States, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming |
Tolerance | Deer, Clay Soil, Wet Soil |
Attracts | Birds, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Banks And Slopes, Beds And Borders, Hedges And Screens, Ponds And Streams, Rain Gardens |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow, Traditional Garden |
How many Cornus sericea (Red Osier Dogwood) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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Cornus sericea (Red Osier Dogwood) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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