Red Twig Dogwood Trio Flowering tree · Forester’s Note: American Sycamore

·       Forester’s Note: American Sycamore is a striking native tree with bark that peels to reveal creamy white and gray tones

·       Wildlife Value: Provides food and shelter for birds and small mammals

Bonus: Sugar maples are the source of maple syrup

·       Wildlife Value: Supports pollinators

though it spreads by suckers

Red Twig Dogwood Trio Flowering tree · Forester’s Note: American SycamoreNative to MN Red Twig Dogwood (Cornus sericea) Mature Size: 3 8 x 3 8 Light: Full sun to shade Soil: Medium to wet Habitat: Wetlands, woodlands Tolerates: Flooding, tough woodland conditions Seasonal Interest: Striking red twigs provide winter color, clusters of white flowers in spring Wildlife Value: Supports birds, pollinators, and mammals Foresters Note: A hardy native shrub that brightens winter with vibrant red stems and adds spring beauty with