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Red Osier Dogwood vs Virginia Creeper
Parthenocissus quinquefolia
Cornus sericea
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 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 Quick Facts
Red Osier Dogwood Quick Facts
Toxicity: berries are toxic
In row spacing: 0.9 m (3 ft)

