Cornus sericea Bailey
Bailey's Redtwig Dogwood
This plant's reddish-purple fall color, blue fruits and bright red stems in winter make it a standout in fall and winter. Green summer foliage turns to purple-red in fall. Small white flowers give way to blue fruits.
The wildlife value is outstanding. Redtwig dogwood provides cover, nesting sites, pollen and nectar, and food for birds and mammals.
Spreads by underground stems so excellent for massing in large spaces, moist areas, and along stream banks.
- Deciduous native shrub
- Dark red stems in winter
- Upright, spreading habit
- Category: Shrub, Wetland, Native
- Hardiness Zone: 3-7
- Height: 6-10 ft
- Spread: 6-8 ft
- Bloom Color: White
- Foliage Color: Purple
Specialty Use
• | Wildlife Garden |
Critter Resistance
• | Deer Resistant |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
• | Fall |
Growth Rate
• | Fast |
Attributes
• | Bioretention |
• | Border or Bed |
• | Cut Flower/Foliage |
• | Erosion Control |
• | Fall Color |
• | Fast Growing |
• | Focal Point |
• | Mass Planting |
• | Native |
• | Naturalizing |
• | Rain Garden |
• | Spring Bloomer |
• | Water's Edge / Bog Plant |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Cornus sericea Bailey
Very adaptable to a wide range of soils but grows best in moist conditions, especially in warmer climates.