Cardinal Red Osier Dogwood. 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. Dark green leaves turn red-purple in the fall. Tiny, fragrant, white flowers appear in flat-topped clusters (cymes to 2.5” diameter) in late spring, with sparse, intermittent, additional flowering sometimes continuing into summer.Tough sturdy shrub with winter interest without being an evergreen. Bloom: late spring Light: full sun Soil: well drained, regular garden soil Height at maturity: 8 - 10' Width at maturity: 8 - 10' Habit: Loose, rounded Zones: 2 - 7 Images are used for general reference only. The size, shape, leaf color and bloom state of each plant will vary. This plant is not available for purchase online. Please call or visit the store for purchase.
