Redosier Dogwood

Cornus sericea ssp. sericea Cornaceae

Growth habit

Shrub

Perennation

Long-lived polycarpic perennial

Native distribution

Eastern North America

Location

Houston and Grossman Ponds

Source of plant

Bill Dilger, Edgewood Nursery, Cornell Botanic Garden

Description

A vigorous shrub with erect, reddish-brown branches up to 3 m high. The leaves, which color brilliantly inthe autumn are glaucous beneath; fruits white.

USDA Hardiness Zone

4

Special characteristics

winter interest, fall color