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Red Osier Dogwood vs Virginia Creeper
Cornus sericea
Parthenocissus quinquefolia
Red Osier Dogwood is a small deciduous shrub that features deep red stems and twigs year-round, with creamy white flowers in the spring. This shrub will add a nice pop of color to your yard.
Red Osier Dogwood is an excellent soil stabilizer. It is fast growing and becomes drought tolerant once well established.
Virginia Creeper is a fast-growing, climbing vine. Its root-like tendrils attach themselves to any non-smooth surface, even brick, but will also grow as a ground cover.
Virginia Creeper makes a beautiful ornamental plant for your garden; its attractive foliage turns from green to deep red in the fall. Birds will love its red berries.
Red Osier Dogwood Quick Facts
Virginia Creeper Quick Facts
In row spacing: 0.9 m (3 ft)
Toxicity: berries are toxic