Cardinal Red-Twig Dogwood
Cornus sericea 'Cardinal'
SKU
31034
A beautiful, adaptable and hardy shrub offering four-seasons of interest. Vibrant red twigs are stunning in the winter garden. Spring flowers yield small ornamental fruit that is attractive to birds. Colorful fall foliage. Spreading habit is helpful in controlling erosion. Tolerates clay, wet soil. Deciduous.
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Full sun, Partial sun
Keep soil moist.
| Botanical Pronunciation | KOR-nus ser-E-se-a |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | 6-9' H x 8-12' W |
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Flower Attribute | Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Rustic |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Barrier, Privacy Screen |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Special Feature | Easy Care, Fall Color, North American Native Selection, Showy Fruit, Benefits Birds |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Keep soil moist. |
Easily grown in enriched, medium to wet soils. Tolerant of swampy or boggy conditions. Best stem color on young wood. Prune 1/4 of the older stems in early spring to promote new growth, or hard prune every 2-3 years to renew. Root-prune to control spread.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 2-8
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