Red Twig Dogwood aka: Red Osier Dogwood
Cornus stolonifera


The Red Twig Dogwood is native to most of the northern United States and Canada. Most varieties are hardy to USDA zone 3. It prefers full sun but will tolerate partial shade as well. Red Twigs grow best in moist, humus soil.

Red Twig Dogwoods form multi-stemmed shrubs which can grow to 15 feet.
The white blooms appear in the Spring.
How to Grow and Care for Red Twig Dogwood Trees


The white berries appear in late Summer and provide a treat for the birds.

In the Fall, the foliage turns to a deep crimson red.



During the Winter, after the leaves drop, the stems turn bright red, creating a dramatic silouette in the garden!


This is a Cedar Hill tree!

Wow ....what a beautiful tree/bush.

I love the way you took succession pix. Great idea....you must of been thinking ahead on that one!!!

Do Dogwoods have a nice fragrance?


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