Dogwood, Red Osier
Native deciduous shrub that has bright red stems and produces white berries. Many birds and mammals eat the berries in the winter and pollinators such as bees, wasps and butterflies are drawn to the flowers in the spring. Prefers moist soil and can be planted along streams to prevent erosion. Mature plant size is 6-9’ tall. Hardy to zone 3. Potted 6” requires another for fruiting. Space 10’-15’ in full sun but will tolerate partial shade.
Cornus sericea L. ssp. sericea
Native deciduous shrub that has bright red stems and produces white berries. Many birds and mammals eat the berries in the winter and pollinators such as bees, wasps and butterflies are drawn to the flowers in the spring. Prefers moist soil and can be planted along streams to prevent erosion. Mature plant size is 6-9’ tall. Hardy to zone 3. Potted 6” requires another for fruiting. Space 10’-15’ in full sun but will tolerate partial shade.
Cornus sericea L. ssp. sericea
Native deciduous shrub that has bright red stems and produces white berries. Many birds and mammals eat the berries in the winter and pollinators such as bees, wasps and butterflies are drawn to the flowers in the spring. Prefers moist soil and can be planted along streams to prevent erosion. Mature plant size is 6-9’ tall. Hardy to zone 3. Potted 6” requires another for fruiting. Space 10’-15’ in full sun but will tolerate partial shade.
Cornus sericea L. ssp. sericea
