Red Osier Dogwood for Sale – Colorful, Hardy & Landscape-Ready
Red Osier Dogwood (Cornus sericea) is among the most visually striking native shrubs in North America. With vibrant red stems, four-season interest, and adaptability, this shrub is a favorite for homeowners, landscapers, and restoration projects.
At TN Nursery, we have over 65 years of horticultural experience, supplying high-quality native plants to customers across the U.S., including national landmarks such as the Washington Monument and Arlington National Cemetery. Every Red Osier Dogwood we ship is backed by strong authoritative signals: experience, expertise, authoritativeness, and trustworthiness.
Why Red Osier Dogwood Is a Landscape Essential
This shrub is celebrated for its brilliant red stems that stand out in winter, adding bold color to snowy or dormant landscapes. In spring, it produces clusters of white flowers that support pollinators. Summer brings lush green foliage, and fall offers berries that birds love. With year-round beauty, cold hardiness, and resilience, it is among the most versatile and valuable shrubs for Northern and Midwestern landscapes.
TN Nursery’s Red Osier Dogwood: Grown for Performance
TN Nursery ships fresh, bare-root Red Osier Dogwood shrubs with strong, healthy root systems. Bare-root plants establish faster, grow more vigorously, and adapt more easily than potted shrubs. Each plant is grown by experienced horticultural professionals who understand native species and the demands of American landscapes.
Top Benefits of Red Osier Dogwood
- Striking Red Winter Stems: Adds dramatic color when gardens need it most.
- Native & Cold Hardy: Thrives in USDA zones 2–7, including frigid climates.
- Pollinator-Friendly: Spring blooms attract bees and beneficial insects.
- Wildlife Supportive: Fall berries feed birds; bushy structure provides shelter.
- Fast Growing & Tough: Performs well in wet soils, clay, and challenging sites.
Ideal Growing Conditions
It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, fertile soil. It performs well in wet areas, making it ideal for streambanks, rain gardens, low spots, and erosion-control planting. Once established, it becomes drought-tolerant and reliable even in tough conditions.
How to Plant Red Osier Dogwood
- Plant during dormancy—late fall through early spring.
- Dig a wide planting hole and loosen surrounding soil.
- Set the bare-root shrub at the nursery depth and backfill.
- Water deeply and mulch to retain moisture.
- Prune lightly in early spring to enhance red stem color.
Ecological Benefits
This Red Osier Dogwood shrub is a powerhouse for ecological landscapes. Its strong root system stabilizes soil along waterways, reducing erosion. The flowers provide nectar for pollinators, and its berries feed songbirds and small wildlife. As a native shrub with year-round value, it plays an important role in rebuilding habitat and supporting biodiversity.
Why Buy Red Osier Dogwood from TN Nursery?
Since 1959, TN Nursery has been a trusted grower of native shrubs, supplying customers nationwide with hardy, landscape-ready plants. Our Red Osier Dogwood shrubs are grown with expert care and shipped fresh to ensure strong establishment. With decades of horticultural experience, TN Nursery provides plants you can trust to perform for years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Red Osier Dogwood keep its red stems year-round?
The stems are brightest in winter, but maintain red coloration year-round.
How big does Red Osier Dogwood grow?
Most mature at 6–9 feet tall and wide, forming a full, dense shrub.
Is Red Osier Dogwood good for wet areas?
Yes—it's excellent for soggy soil, streambanks, and erosion control.
Is it easy to grow?
Yes. It’s one of the most adaptable native shrubs available.
Customer Reviews
The Red Osier Dogwood has added a dramatic splash of color to my yard, even in the coldest months. TN Nursery delivered top-quality shrubs that are thriving beautifully. An excellent choice for year-round interest.
I ordered multiple Red Osier Dogwood shrubs from TN Nursery, and every single one arrived healthy, robust, and full of potential. They are already showing signs of strong growth and vibrant beauty.
The Red Osier Dogwood from TN Nursery has completely brightened up my property. Its hardy growth and radiant winter color make it a standout shrub. I’ll definitely be ordering again.
I am amazed by how quickly my Red Osier Dogwood adapted after planting. The vivid red color is exactly what I was hoping for. TN Nursery’s attention to detail in shipping and care is second to none.
I have to commend TN Nursery for the superior quality of their Red Osier Dogwood shrubs. They arrived healthy, pest-free, and perfectly pruned for success. This shrub is already elevating my outdoor space.
What makes the red dogwood shrub stand out in a garden?
It adds color all year with green summer leaves, white spring blooms, and bright red winter stems. It’s fast-growing and easy to care for.
How is the red dogwood shrub different from a Flowering Dogwood Shrub?
While both are beautiful, the red dogwood shrub is mainly grown for its colorful red stems and hardy nature, while the flowering dogwood shrub is prized for its showy blooms in spring.
Is the Red Osier Dogwood good for colder regions?
Yes, these bushes with red bark thrive in cold zones (2–7). Their colorful stems look stunning against snow and stay hardy through winter.
How does TN Nursery ensure the quality of Red Osier Dogwood plants?
TN Nursery provides healthy, field-grown shrubs that are carefully packed and shipped to customers for strong growth and lasting beauty.
Exposure
Red Osier Dogwood flourishes in full sun to part shade. It favors at least 4 hours of total daylight daily but can handle some shade, especially in hot climates. Full sun enhances its vibrant red stems and overall health.
Height at Maturity
Under 10 Feet
Usage
Birding
Shipped As
Bare-root
Ships
UPS
Planting Zones
2-8
How To Grow
How to Grow and Care for Bare Root Shrubs
Bare root shrubs are a budget-friendly and efficient way to plant during the cooler months when they’re dormant. Before planting, soak the roots in water for 3–6 hours to rehydrate them. Choose a site with the appropriate light exposure for the species—most flowering shrubs prefer full to partial sun. Dig a hole wide enough to spread out the roots and deep enough so the crown (where the roots meet the stems) sits level with the soil surface.
Mound a bit of soil at the bottom of the hole, spread the roots over it, and backfill with native soil while gently firming it to remove air pockets. Water deeply after planting to settle the roots. Keep the soil moist but not soggy during the first growing season to encourage healthy establishment.
Mulch around the base (not touching the stems) to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Prune lightly to remove any broken branches and to shape after the first flush of growth. With minimal care, bare root shrubs will leaf out beautifully and grow into reliable, long-term landscape anchors.
