yellow twig dogwood Swida sericea Flaviramea from New England Wild Flower Society

Swida sericea 'Flaviramea'

yellow twig dogwood

One of the best shrubs for winter interest, yellow twig dogwood produces yellow twigs and stems. Cutting plants back each spring will ensure vibrant color on the new growth.

Height: 3-8 ft

Spread: 4-7 ft

Hardiness Zone: 2-7

Bloom Color: White

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status

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Cultivar

Exposure

•	Sun
•	Part Shade

Soil Moisture

•	Wet
•	Average

Ecoregion

•	Not Ecotypic in New England

Ornamental Interest

•	Winter Interest and/or Evergreen
•	Summer Fruit
•	Spring Bloom

Attracts Wildlife

•	Attracts Songbirds
•	Attracts Bees
•	Host Plant
•	Other Pollinators/Wildlife

Tolerance

•	Urban Environment
•	Compaction Tolerant
•	Salt Tolerant

Additional Attributes

•	Erosion Control/Soil Stabilization
•	Low Maintenance

Landscape Use

•	Hedge/screening
•	Massing
•	Specimen

Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit

•	Red to Purple Fall Foliage
•	White Fruit

Growth Habit

•	Spreading/Suckering