Cornus Alba Siberica 3 Litre Pot

Cornus alba ‘Sibirica’ (Red Twig Dogwood) – A Bold, Winter-Interest Shrub with Vibrant Red Stems

Cornus alba ‘Sibirica’, commonly known as the Red Twig Dogwood, is a striking deciduous shrub that offers vibrant red stems throughout the winter months, making it a standout in any garden. With its small, creamy-white flowers in late spring and rich green foliage that turns purple-red in autumn, this hardy shrub brings year-round interest. Standing at a height of 1.5–3 meters (5–10 feet) and spreading up to 2.5 meters (8 feet), Cornus alba ‘Sibirica’ is perfect for hedging, borders, or as an accent plant. Its brilliant red stems provide a stunning contrast against a snowy backdrop, making it an excellent choice for creating seasonal interest and attracting wildlife to your garden.

Why Grow Cornus alba ‘Sibirica’ (Red Twig Dogwood)?

Vibrant Winter Stems – The standout feature of this shrub is its striking red stems, which provide bright, eye-catching colour in winter when many plants are dormant.

Year-Round Interest – With small, creamy-white flowers in late spring, followed by deep red and purple autumn foliage, this shrub offers beauty through every season.

Hardy & Low-Maintenance – Cornus alba ‘Sibirica’ is tough, resilient, and easy to maintain, making it perfect for gardeners seeking a reliable, seasonal interest plant.

Wildlife-Friendly – The flowers attract pollinators like bees, and the berries provide food for birds in the autumn and winter months.

Sun-Loving & Versatile – Thrives in full sun to partial shade, adapting well to a variety of garden settings, including borders, hedges, or as a specimen plant.

Planting & Care Guide

Position – Prefers full sun to partial shade. Best planted in sunny borders, woodland edges, or as a hedge, where its vibrant winter stems can be fully appreciated.

Soil – Thrives in well-drained, moist, moderately fertile soil. While adaptable to most soil types, it does best in slightly acidic to neutral conditions.

Watering – Water regularly during the growing season to maintain moist soil. Once established, Red Twig Dogwood is relatively drought-tolerant but performs better with consistent moisture.

Maintenance:

• Pruning – To maintain vibrant red stems, cut back a third of the stems in early spring before new growth begins. This encourages the growth of new red stems, ensuring the shrub retains its eye-catching winter colour.
• Deadheading – While not essential, removing spent flowers in early summer can improve the plant’s appearance and prevent self-seeding.
• Mulching – Apply mulch in spring to retain moisture, protect roots, and improve soil quality.

Perfect Plant Combinations

Cornus alba ‘Sibirica’ pairs beautifully with other plants that offer contrasting textures and colours. For a vibrant winter display, combine it with evergreen shrubs like Boxwood, Holly, or Yew, which provide a rich green backdrop to the striking red stems. In autumn, the plant’s purple-red foliage works well with golden grasses, such as Miscanthus, or vibrant perennials like Asters and Echinacea. For a more natural look, combine with ornamental grasses or other deciduous shrubs, creating a dynamic landscape with a range of seasonal colours and textures.

Cornus Alba Siberica 3 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Slow Growing White Deciduous

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.