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Cardinal Red Twig Dogwood
Cornus sericea 'Cardinal'
Red Twig Dogwood
In stock · from $33.99
Rapid growing cultivar of Cornus sericea. This cultivar has a loose, rounded, spreading habit. Stems are deeper red at the base with the tips fading to a vibrant near-orange. Stems are brighter compared to other Red Twig cultivars and tend to stand out more in a winter landscape. Appears to be less susceptible to winter die back than even some of the most cold hardy cultivars.
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Plant facts
Sizes and prices
Retail prices; trade pricing for wholesale accounts. Availability updates hourly; stock last changed 2026-10-07.
Good to know
- Attracts pollinators.
- Does well at higher elevations.
- Tolerates shade.
- Adds winter interest.
- Good fall color.
- Tolerates rock mulch.
- Part of our native plants collection, a specialty of ours.
Quick answers
How big does Cardinal Red Twig Dogwood get?
About 9' tall and 6' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Cardinal Red Twig Dogwood need?
Full Sun to Full Shade.
How much water does Cardinal Red Twig Dogwood need?
Moderate water use.
Will Cardinal Red Twig Dogwood grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 3, so it suits sites in zone 3 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Cardinal Red Twig Dogwood in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah has it in stock, from $33.99. Homeowners can order online for pickup at the farm or local delivery; landscape contractors can have it shipped across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada.
Can landscape contractors buy Cardinal Red Twig Dogwood wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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