A striking native shrub known for its vibrant red stems, Red-Osier Dogwood adds four-season interest to any landscape. Clusters of creamy white flowers bloom in late spring, followed by white berries that provide food for birds in summer and fall. Its brilliant red stems shine against the snow, making it a winter favorite.
Well-adapted to Northern Michigan (Zone 5a), Red-Osier Dogwood thrives in moist to wet soils and tolerates a range of conditions, including clay and seasonal flooding. It spreads by stolons to form dense thickets, making it excellent for erosion control, wildlife habitat, and naturalizing. Its flowers attract pollinators, and the shrub offers year-round shelter and food for birds and other wildlife. Red-Osier Dogwood berries are used by 95 different bird species.
Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
Sun: Full sun to part shade
Mature Height: 6–9 ft
Soil: Moist to wet; tolerates clay and poor drainage
Wildlife: Attracts pollinators and birds; provides food and cover
Uses: Rain gardens, streambanks, wetland restoration, erosion control, wildlife plantings, winter interest
Bare Root Seedling Height: 8-15”
A striking native shrub known for its vibrant red stems, Red-Osier Dogwood adds four-season interest to any landscape. Clusters of creamy white flowers bloom in late spring, followed by white berries that provide food for birds in summer and fall. Its brilliant red stems shine against the snow, making it a winter favorite.
Well-adapted to Northern Michigan (Zone 5a), Red-Osier Dogwood thrives in moist to wet soils and tolerates a range of conditions, including clay and seasonal flooding. It spreads by stolons to form dense thickets, making it excellent for erosion control, wildlife habitat, and naturalizing. Its flowers attract pollinators, and the shrub offers year-round shelter and food for birds and other wildlife. Red-Osier Dogwood berries are used by 95 different bird species.
Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
Sun: Full sun to part shade
Mature Height: 6–9 ft
Soil: Moist to wet; tolerates clay and poor drainage
Wildlife: Attracts pollinators and birds; provides food and cover
Uses: Rain gardens, streambanks, wetland restoration, erosion control, wildlife plantings, winter interest
Bare Root Seedling Height: 8-15”
