Characteristics:  Red Stem Dogwood is a large deciduous shrub prized for its reddish bark which provides color in winter.  Clusters of white flowers in spring followed by white to pale bluish berries in fall.  Leaves turn bright red in fall. 

Cultivation:  Red Stem Dogwood prefers full sun to part shade and moderately moist soil.

Native Range:  North America

Landscape Uses:   Moist garden shrub