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Cornus sericea 'Cardinal'

Cardinal Red Osier Dogwood


Cornus sericea ‘Cardinal’
A MNRC introduction. Cardinal Red Osier dogwood was selected for its bright red winter twig color. A hybrid dogwood that was developed by the University of Minnesota in 1986. NC-7 Trials top-performing plant. 2004 Plants of Merit®.
Moist Location
Moist Location
Good for Cutting
Good for Cutting
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Birds

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Shade Tolerance

Sun Tolerance

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