Red twig dogwood - Cornus sericea

Plant type: shrub/small tree
Mature height: 6–18 ft
Growth rate: Very fast
Features: Beautiful red stems in winter, white clustered flowers in spring (May-Jul), bluish berries that birds love (inedible to humans). Spreading roots can form thickets. AKA red osier dogwood.
PPL: yes

• Light - full to part sun

• Soil - moist

• Ecological benefits - Top 30 plant host for caterpillar species!