Cornus Ser Cardinal - Red Twig Dogwood

Cornus sericea 'Cardinal'

Cardinal Red Twig Dogwood

A fast-growing, multi-season native shrub with vibrant red stems that shine in winter.

• Bright red stems stand out in the winter landscape

• Flat-topped white flowers in spring give way to white berries in summer

• Green foliage turns reddish-purple in fall

• Grows 6–9 ft tall and 6–10 ft wide

• Thrives in full sun to part shade and moist, well-drained to wet soils

• Deer resistant, native, and excellent for erosion control

• Hardy in zones 3–7

Perfect for mass plantings, naturalizing, or as a bold winter accent—low maintenance with year-round interest.