Silky & Red Osier Dogwood (Red-twigged dogwood)

*Ships in Nov/Dec or March-May as *8-12" inch cuttings for rooting unless otherwise noted.

Simply place upright into the soil, keep moist, and allow to root.

Silky and red osier dogwood are some of the toughest shrubs around. They will grow in very saturated soil and deal with periodic flooding with ease.

For quick cover and browse for white-tails it can't be beat. Blue berries in the fall feed birds, and the leaves feed various caterpillars and birds.

But tough and useful doesn't mean ugly. When the leaves fall, bright red stems shine throughout the winter, perfect for winter arrangements, wreaths, and even basketry. The long flexible stems of red osier have traditionally been used for basketry, hence the name, "red osier (basketry) dogwood."

This is a great shrub for creating a wildlife paradise, hunting hotspot or crafter's dream!

*Note, silky dogwood is very similar to red osier, but is a somewhat darker, slightly more maroon color.

Simply place cutting upright into the soil until only 2-3 buds are showing, keep moist, and wait for roots to grow.

Hardiness zone: 3-9

Mature height: 10 ft.