Cornus sericea 'Cardinal'
Cornus sericea 'Cardinal'
Redtwig Dogwood
Glowing cardinal red stems make this deciduous shrub an outstanding choice to illuminate the winter landscape! Tiny fragrant clusters of white flowers in late spring lead to beautiful berries that are attractive to birds. A dazzling display of fall foliage color makes this multi stem shrub a year-round garden star. (Shrub)
Bloom time Size Exposure
Spring 6-9' tall x 8-12' wide Sun Part Shade 
Hardiness Zone:3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11
zone map Cold Hardy to -40° to -30°F
Attracts Bees Attracts BeesAttracts Beneficial Insects Attracts Beneficial Insects
Attracts Birds Attracts BirdsAttracts Butterflies Attracts Butterflies
Deer Resistant Deer ResistantFall/Winter Color Fall/Winter Color
Fire-Resistant Plants Fire-Resistant PlantsFragrant Fragrant
Good for Cut Flowers Good for Cut FlowersInteresting Fruit,Berries,Seeds or Bark Interesting Fruit,Berries,Seeds or Bark
May Naturalize May NaturalizeTolerates moist soil Tolerates moist soil
Winter Bird Feeders Winter Bird Feeders