Is Red-osier Dogwood safe for pets?

Yes, Red-osier Dogwood (Cornus Sericea) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Red-osier Dogwood easy to care for?

Red-osier Dogwood has a easy care difficulty rating. It requires high watering and full_sun or partial_shade light.

Can Red-osier Dogwood grow indoors?

Red-osier Dogwood is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Red-osier Dogwood (Cornus Sericea) is a perennial shrub in the Cornaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires high watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 2-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Cornus sericea is a deciduous shrub known for its striking red stems, especially visible in winter.

Last updated: February 2026

Red-osier Dogwood

Cornus Sericea

Cornus sericea is a deciduous shrub known for its striking red stems, especially visible in winter.

Quick Facts

Type

shrub

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Easy

Water Needs

High

Light

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Hardiness Zones

2-8

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

👶

Child Safe

✅

Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:clay, loamy, sandy, peaty

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:specimen, hedge, erosion control, wildlife habitat

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Red-osier Dogwood

Jan

Prune

Feb

Fertilize

Mar

Repot

Apr

Water+

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Cornaceae

Genus:Cornus