Cornus sericea 'Cardinalis'
Cornus sericea ‘Cardinalis’ is a highly sought-after native ornamental shrub, prized for the exceptional intensity of its cardinal red branches in winter, offering a spectacular visual impact in northern landscapes. It forms a dense, spreading, suckering shrub, ideal for informal hedges, naturalistic plantings, and stabilizing moist soils. Its deciduous medium green foliage turns yellow to reddish in autumn, extending its ornamental appeal before leaf drop. Its discreet spring flowering is followed by white berries highly appreciated by wildlife. Extremely hardy and perfectly adapted to Quebec conditions, Cornus sericea ‘Cardinalis’ is easy to grow, tolerates waterlogged soils, and is an excellent choice for combining biodiversity, structure, and four-season color.
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The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.
