occidentalis , which occurs in the Pacific Northwest, Alaska, California and British Columbia, and C. sericea ssp. You will need to prune regularly, usually every two years, to keep your shrubs bright red. You can check for roots by lightly tugging on the stem. In the Landscape: Red-Twig Dogwood is most often grown for its striking red twigs for winter interest. Red Osier Dogwood derives its name from its smooth vibrant red twigs which are most noticeable in the winter after leaves have fallen off. Red twig dogwood (scientific name Cornus sericea) is a deciduous shrub related to the flowering dogwood trees we all love so much in the spring.In the winter, its brilliant red branches provide a much-needed pop of color. The oldest stems are brown. “Osier” is a name for willows whose branches are used for making baskets or wicker furniture. Of the approximately 50 species of dogwood (genus Cornus) found worldwide, 16 are native to the United States.Red osier dogwood (Cornus sericea L. ssp. Scarifying seeds or a warm stratification period for 60 days prior to cold stratification may increase germination rates. Red Twig Dogwood (Cornus sericea) ElrondPeredhil / Getty Images. Notable varieties include ‘Flaviramea,” a yellow-twig form; “Isanti,” a compact form (to 5’) with bright red stems; ‘Kelseyi,’ a dwarf form to 1.5’; and ‘Silver and Gold’ with yellow branches and creamy-edged foliage. Cover the containers with plastic and place them in your refrigerator for 3 months. Add to Favorites Make 4 to 6 inch cuttings from the mature branches. The seeds need to be cold stratified to break dormancy. Jun 24, 2020 - Explore Kenyra Walsh's board "Dogwood shrub" on Pinterest. 60 Native Red Twig Osier Dogwood Branches Stems Winter Flower Arrangements, Weddings, Holiday Decor, Valentines, Ikebana, Home, Office Decor vtwigs. Cutting plants back each spring will ensure vibrant color on the new growth. From shop vtwigs. Thank you Peggy! This species is also a larval host of the Spring Azure Butterfly. It has 1–3” flat, circular clusters of small white flowers from May to July. Wetland designation: FACW, It usually occurs in wetlands, but is occasionally found in non-wetlands. Red Twig Dogwood The flowers are tiny, white and fragrant. Mice, voles and other rodents eat the bark and the berries. 5 out of 5 stars (24) 24 reviews $ 14.99. Glorious twigs count extra. New stems will grow in the spring and reveal their bright color in the fall. This medium-sized shrub, also known as red osier dogwood, will stand out in your landscape with stems that start turning red at the end of summer or beginning of fall. Cornus is a genus of about 30–60 species of woody plants in the family Cornaceae, commonly known as dogwoods, which can generally be distinguished by their blossoms, berries, and distinctive bark. sericea , which is found much more widely. Thanks for reading and commenting. In our region, we also have the Pacific Dogwood tree, and a groundcover, Bunchberry, Cornus canadensis. Small mammals, like the White-Footed Mouse, and other rodents enjoy the drupes too, even though they taste mildly bitter and sour. Propagation: Cold stratify seeds at 40º F (4º C) for 60-120 days. Winter in Maryland has its own special character, and one of the native plants that helps define that character is redosier dogwood (Cornus sericea), also known as red twig dogwood. White threads run through the veins. Red-osier dogwood tolerates a wide range of soils, performing well on moderately wet soils and surviving occasional flooding. The flowers turn into waxy white berries during the summer. Demas W Jasper from Today's America and The World Beyond on December 16, 2017: Who said the smallest part of a shrub is only a twig? It has evolved to grow in here in North America, offers four seasons of interest and provides a food source for the local birds. Thanks for reading and commenting. It grows best in the open but will survive in up to 75 per cent shade. Don’t worry. This is a multi-stemmed shrub with growth to 6ft’, usually less and can be held at any height with pruning. Growth: The species grows 6-18 feet (2-6m) tall, often reaching tree stature in our area. If they are rigid and don’t bend, they are mature and can be used for hardwood cuttings. See also our ultimate Dogwood hedging guide for more information. The red osiers are native to parts of North American with red twigs native to Asia. Answer: Sounds like you have a problem with Japanese beetles: https://dengarden.com/gardening/How-to-Rid-Your-Ya... Caren White (author) on December 16, 2017: I agree Demas! Plant the seeds ½ inch deep in containers and moisten the soil. Native Plant Nursery. In the late summer, you can begin acclimating them to full sun. The shrub provides four seasons of interest with vibrant dark red winter twigs, flower clusters and white berries. The youngest branches have the brightest red color. The variety found west of the Cascades, C. s. occidentalis, tends to be more hairy. Sericea means covered with fine, silky hairs, which are found on the undersides of the leaves, especially on the veins; or on the young branches. Phenology: Bloom time:  May-July; Fruit ripens: August-September. Hardwood cuttings are cuttings made from mature branches. LGS Notes: Red twig dogwood, also called redosier dogwood, is a large shrub with bright red branches that add color to winter landscapes. Common: Red Twig Dogwood, Red Osier Dogwood Native Range: Low to mid-elevations throughout most of North America, along streams, in floodplains and boggy areas, moist to wet woodlands. In winter, the bright, candy-apple red stems are extremely attractive. Cold stratification mimics winter weather. WTU Herbarium Image Collection, Plants of Washington, Burke Museum, E-Flora BC, Electronic Atlas of the Flora of British Columbia, USDA Forest Service-Fire Effects Information System, Native Plants Network, Propagation Protocol Database, Native American Ethnobotany, University of Michigan, Dearborn. It belongs to the dogwood species. Western Maidenhair Fern, Adiantum aleuticum. Beautifully large and fragrant creamy-white flowers bloom in spring! Maintain the temperature, while keeping the soil moist until germination which should occur in 2 to 3 months. Red-Twig Dogwood provides cover and nesting habitat for small mammals and birds and along with other riparian species provides good mule deer fawning and fawn-rearing areas. The sap was used on arrowheads to poison animals. Caren White is a Master Gardener and instructor at Home Gardeners School. stems are bright red, especially in winter, but can also be greenish or yellow. Three Dogwood trees and a couple of shrub species are found in the eastern or Midwestern United States. Beavers use Red-twig Dogwood for food and to build dams and lodges. They also boiled it and used it medicinally for coughs, colds, fevers, and diarrhea. Red Osier Dogwood - Cornus sericea is a Flowering Native Perennial. Most gardeners propagate by hardwood cuttings. Bears, ducks, and trout also eat the berries along with many songbirds, the primary agents of seed dispersal. Distribution: Red-Twig Dogwood is found throughout most of northern and western North America, extending into Mexico in the west; but barely into Kentucky and Virginia in the east. Its the most widespread species of the native dogwoods. As the name implies, red twig dogwood (Cornus sericea) is related to dogwood trees (C. florida). Cornus means horn or antler, or “the ornamental knobs at the end of the cylinder on which ancient manuscripts were rolled”—which may refer to the hard wood or the knobby-looking inflorescence of some dogwoods. Like seedlings, grow your cuttings in light shade, keeping them well watered, during their first summer. Keeping the soil moist while it is in the refrigerator mimics the wet conditions that the seeds would experience in the wild. fruits are white, sometimes with a hint of blue. Some cultivars have yellow stems if you like a little variety. Pruning should be done when the plants are dormant in February and March. Use by People: Some natives smoked the dried bark during ceremonies (hence the common name kinnikinnik which usually refers to Arctostaphylos uva-ursi). 2 Reviews Add Your Review. It is a shrub native to North America where it grows in wet marshy areas such as the banks of lakes and streams. Distribution of Red Twig Dogwood from USDA Plants Database. Nursery Hours: Mon-Thurs 10am-2pm Saturday 10am-2pm (Sept-Oct) Meadowside pick-up of online orders is available. The fruit, with its higher than average fat content, is enjoyed by songbirds, game birds and waterfowl. The berries were eaten by some tribes, often mixed with Serviceberries. This deciduous shrub is easy to recognize in the winter by the bright red bark on its twigs. Flowers are primarily pollinated by bees. The plants prefer full sun but can tolerate a little afternoon shade. Names:   Cornus sericea is synonymous with Cornus stolonifera. Habitat: It usually grows in moist soil, especially along streams and lakesides, in wet meadows, open forests and along forest edges. Red Twig Dogwood is another of the Oregon Native plants. Red-Twig Dogwood is easily propagated from division, layering and cuttings taken in late summer. Dip the cut tips in rooting hormone and bury the stems halfway in a container filled with pre-moistened soil. 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