Red Twig Dogwood Shrub

Cornus sericea

Also known as: Red Osier Dogwood

Striking red branches add winter garden color

Produces white flowers in spring, followed by berries

Tolerant of wet soils and useful for erosion control



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Set Your Winter Landscape Ablaze in Fire-Red Color

Why Red Twig Dogwood Shrub?

It's a shrub that sparks conversation...with fantastic winter color, weather adaptability, and drought tolerance, the Red Twig Dogwood is truly one-of-a-kind.

In spring, you get attractive white flowers. Summer brings a well-shaped shrub with beautiful green leaves. And finally, fall starts warming up with red fall foliage. Come winter, the leaves drop, exposing the Red Twig's amazing bright red bark, living up to its name.

Use the Red Twig Dogwood as a privacy screen or even as a foundation hedge. It makes an attractive large shrub all by itself but is definitely most dramatic when several are planted together. Thriving in full sun or shade (but getting the most vibrant color with more sun), the Red Twig is a hardy, thriving selection that's second to none.

It's a hardy, drought-tolerant shrub that also does well in soggy areas. It's not fussy about soil and withstands the coldest conditions, anywhere in the country. You can even bring the flaming red stems inside for floral arrangements or as decoration at those festive holiday dinners...or plant one outside a window to enjoy its carefree, spectacular form year-round.

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No matter where you grow it, your Red Twig Dogwood Shrub is ready to explode with rich color.

When you order from Fast Growing Trees, you get a Red Twig Dogwood that arrives at your door with a well-developed root system, ready to take off almost immediately. And unlike other large retailers or garden centers, we never ship bare-root...so you get the best head start possible since your Red Twig is planted in nutrient-rich soil.

Soon, you won't know how you lived without this delightfully different shrub as a part of your outdoor scenery. Order your Red Twig Dogwood Shrub today!

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Product Details

Mature Height:6-8 ft.
Mature Width:6-8 ft.
Sunlight:Full Sun, Partial Shade
Growth Rate:Moderate Growing
Botanical Name:Cornus sericea
Does Not Ship To:AK, AZ, FL, HI
Grows Well In Zones:2-7 outdoors
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Growing Zones: 2-7 outdoors

(hardy down to -40℉)

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Sonya W.
5/14/2026
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Awesome

The packaging was secured and the tree was healthy

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Ernie C.
5/13/2026
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I gifted the bushes to my nieces as memory to my Sister in Law who passed, time will tell. Thank you for asking

Fast Growing Trees Plant ExpertWhat a truly touching gift, Ernie. Planting something living in memory of someone we love is such a beautiful tribute and we are honored to be a small part of it. We hope those shrubs bring your nieces peace and a lasting reminder of her. Thank you for sharing that with us.
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Cheryl F.
5/8/2026
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So far so good

Shipping was fast, with plants healthy and well protected. I was impressed. We acclimated them to the cooler air for a week before planting. Appear to be doing well.

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Fast Growing Trees Plant ExpertHi Cheryl, this made us smile! A full week of acclimation before planting shows just how much you care and it shows in how well they are doing. We put a lot of love into every plant before it leaves us and it is so wonderful to know it ends up in hands just as loving. Thank you for sharing!
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Melissa E.
5/3/2026
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Arrived in great shape

2 shrubs of the same size, fully leafed out and in great condition. Can’t wait to get past frost danger to plant.

Fast Growing Trees Plant ExpertGreat to hear, Melissa! Fully leafed out and healthy right out of the box is the perfect foundation. Red Twig Dogwoods are such gorgeous and low maintenance shrubs and they are going to look beautiful once they are settled in. We hope that last frost passes quickly so you can get them planted!
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Margot W.
4/24/2026
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I will be happy to

I will be happy to let you know how my redwoods are coming along. The weather has just now started to change. I think at least two look like there are buds. Can’t tell about the rest yet. They are one of my favorites mostly because of the rrd color bark!

Fast Growing Trees Plant ExpertHello Margot! Thank you for sharing your experience with us. we're glad to hear your redwoods are showing signs of growth. Keep us updated on their progress, we love to hear about our customers' gardening success stories!
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