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Dogwood family
Trees and shrubs
Red-osier dogwood
Red osier dogwood
- Exposure
- Partial shade
- Hardiness
- Zone 2–7
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Common nameRed-osier dogwood
FamilyDogwood family
GenusDogwood
Speciessericea
TypeNative shrub
Botanical nameRed osier dogwood
Cornus sericea, commonly known as red-osier dogwood or redtwig dogwood, is a native shrub highly valued for its significant ecological benefits and striking visual impact in winter. It forms a dense, sprawling, and strongly suckering shrub, ideal for informal hedges, naturalistic plantings, and bank stabilization. Its deciduous, medium-green foliage turns yellow to reddish in autumn, then gives way to spectacular bright red stems in the cold season. Its discreet spring flowering is followed by white berries highly prized by wildlife. Extremely hardy and perfectly adapted to Quebec conditions, Cornus sericea tolerates wet soils and temporary flooding, making it a prime choice for promoting biodiversity while structuring the landscape.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Minimum temperature
-40°C
Watering
Moderate to regular
Soil type
Moist to wet, tolerant
Fertilization
None required
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Mature height
6.5–10 ft (2–3 m)
Width / spread
3–4 m (10–13 ft)
Flower color
Creamy white
Foliage color
Medium green → reddish-yellow in autumn
Foliage type
Obsolete
Growth rate
Fast
Growth habit
Dense, spreading and suckering shrub
Bloom period
Spring
Fruiting
White berries in clusters, very popular with wildlife
Wildlife and pets
Life,around your plants.
Supporting wildlife
Yes
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