A multi-stemmed deciduous shrub known for dazzling year-round interest. In winter, its brilliant red branches light up the landscape; spring brings clusters of flat, white blooms, followed by pale berries and vibrant fall foliage. Ideal for naturalistic gardens, stream edges, and wildlife landscapes.
Red Osier Dogwood (Cornus sericea)
•A pollinator magnet that blooms when many other plants are fading—valuable for bees, butterflies, wasps, and flies.

•Serves as a host plant for species like the Dainty Sulphur and Painted Lady butterflies.

•Typically avoided by deer and rabbits due to its bitter, toxic foliage—perfect for wildlife gardens.
•Light: Full sun to partial shade; more sun encourages stronger blooms.

•Soil: Prefers moist to medium-wet soils—great in rain gardens, stream edges, and moist meadows.

•Bloom Time: Prolonged display from late summer into fall (July–October).

•Height: Grows 3–5 ft tall and 2–3 ft wide, often forming clumping drifts.

•Care Notes: Pinching in spring enhances branching.
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