40 Seeds Bloodtwig Dogwood Cornus sanguinea Hardy Shrub Winter Color Wildlife Garden

Bloodtwig Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea) is a deciduous shrub known for its striking red and orange young stems, which stand out vividly in the colder months. It offers year-round ornamental interest with green foliage, clusters of small white flowers in late spring, and dark berries that follow in autumn.

This adaptable shrub works well in mixed borders, wildlife gardens, hedgerows, and naturalized plantings, where its dense growth provides cover and its flowers attract pollinators. The stems are often used in cut arrangements and winter displays. It tolerates a range of soils and can be pruned hard to encourage bright new growth.
Species: Cornus sanguinea
Type: Deciduous shrub
Plant_Habit: Upright, suckering
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist, well-drained, adaptable
Zones: 4-7
Germination: Cold stratification recommended; sow 1/4 inch deep
Sowing: Outdoors in fall or stratify 8-12 weeks then sow in spring
Spacing: 4-6 feet apart
Notes: Prized for colorful winter stems and multi-season interest