Red-Osier Dogwood

Cornus sericea

Plant Description

Large deciduous bush with attractive red stems in winter. Produces white flowers and white berry clusters that attract birds. Fast growing, especially along stream banks and pond edges. Blooms spring to summer and provides good bird and wildlife habitat. Commonly used in yards and gardens for winter color.

Plant Details

Life Forms	Shrub
Habitats	Bottomland forests Little Habitats Residential yards Riparian areas Riparian forests Swamps Wetlands
Soil and Moisture Conditions	All soil types Moist
Special Uses	Attracts birds Attracts hummingbirds Attracts pollinators and or other beneficial insects Blooms August Blooms July Blooms June Blooms May Blooms September-October Deciduous Flowering Flowers white Ornamental Perennial Produces berries Produces fruit Produces nectar Produces pollen Produces seeds Provides soil stabilization Provides wildlife habitat Woody
Shade Preference	Full shade Full sun Part shade
Mature Height	3-20’