Red Twig Dogwood (Cornus sericea), also known as Red Osier Dogwood, is an ideal shrub for creating a border in your garden or yard. Red twig Dogwood stems stay red and provide a color contrast against snowy winter landscapes. Light: Full Sun, Partial Sun Moisture: Medium to Moist Soil Type: Well-Drained, High in Organic Matter. Can tolerate some Clay soils Soil pH: 6.8 - 7.2 Average Height: 6 - 12 Feet Flowers: flat-topped clusters of creamy-white blossoms, followed by umbrella-shaped clusters of pea-sized white berries Bloom Time: May - June Fruiting Season: July- September Native Region: Most of North America Wildlife: Berries provide food for a variety of birds and small mammals, foliage provides shelter