Red Twigged Dogwood Trio

Cornus sericea

Native to MN

3 - #5 Container

Mature height x width: 6-10’ x 8-12’

Light Preference: Full sun to part shade

Soil Preference: Prefers acidic, moist and well-draining

Tolerates… boggy, woodland conditions

Does not tolerate… extreme heat for an extended time 

Ash replacement? û

Buckthorn replacement? ü

Shoreline buffer zone? ü

Seasonal interest: All year

Resilience to climate change: High

Pollinator and wildlife value: Songbirds, gamebirds, waterfowl, small/large mammals and pollinator insects

Other notes: Three separate shrubs are included with this trio. Red twigged dogwood, a Minnesota native, are extremely adaptable and hardy and make excellent buckthorn replacements. It has the ability to sucker and spread so plant with caution in more formal spaces. The bright red twigs make for a great winter interest. Plant in a wooded space, wetland edge or a native planting and you won’t be disappointed. Commonly used for erosion control along stream/river banks because of its tolerance of standing water.

Photo credits: Mary Ellen (Mel) Harte, Bugwood.org; Paul Wray, Iowa State University, Bugwood.org; U of MN Extension