Cornus sericea ssp. sericea - Red-Twig Dogwood (Plant) asclepias Learn why plants and animals

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Blooms have distinctive pink stripes

Plant Characteristics Family Name Ericaceae Species Name Arctostaphylos 'White Lanterns' Common Name White Lanterns Manzanita Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast-Sun

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Mexico Natural Habitat Coastal sage scrub

Cornus sericea ssp. sericea - Red-Twig Dogwood (Plant) asclepias Learn why plants and animalsBeautiful, spreading shrub. Stunning fall color in colder areas. Best in moist shady areas. Good for erosion control along stream banks. Plant Characteristics Family Name Cornaceae Species Name Cornus sericea ssp. sericea Common Name Red Twig Dogwood Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Part Sun, Water Requirement High Soil Type Any Flower Color White, Cream Flowering Months May, June, July Evergreen Deciduous Winter deciduous dormant