Red-osier dogwood
Cornus sericea
Also known as
- Red-osier Dogwood, Red Willow
- Redosier
- Redosier Dogwood
- red-osier cornel
- Red-stemmed Dogwood
Cornaceae
Shrub
Ornamental
Attracts pollinators
About this plant
Cornus sericea, commonly known as red-osier dogwood, is a deciduous shrub in the Cornaceae family, valued as an ornamental. It prefers full sun and medium water conditions, thriving in USDA zones 3–8. This shrub can reach heights of 1.5–3 m and blooms with white flowers from May to July in loamy soil. Its bright red stems provide winter interest.
Light
Full sun
Watering
High water
Soil
Loamy, Clay, Sandy
Height
0.72–3.5 m
Spread
1.5–3 m
Zones
3–8
Flower colors
Calendar
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Bloom Period
J
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Bloom Period
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Growing Tips
Adaptable to various soil types, but prefers moist, well-drained soil. Tolerates full sun to partial shade. Prune in late winter or early spring to encourage vigorous new growth and bright stem color. Excellent for erosion control and naturalizing in wet areas.
Data source: Trefle.io, Perenual
