Thicket-forming native shrub with dark-red stems, white flower clusters, white berries. Great wildlife and erosion-control plant. Grows to 10-14 feet tall, often used as an ornamental. Our western WA strain is disease resistant here. Cornus sericea Redtwig Dogwood, Red Osier Dogwood
Western North American native tree to 90′. White bark and heart-shaped “quaking” leaves make it nice as a small grove. Populus tremuloides Quaking Aspen
North American native rhizomatous shrub to 15 feet tall, prefers sun and well-drained soil. Bright orange-red fall color, red berries are good wildlife food. Will spread to form a thicket, control erosion. Rhus glabra Smooth Sumac
Attractive native deciduous shrub to 9 feet tall, with fragrant yellow flowers and fruit that attract birds. Found east of the Cascades in moist to dry sites. Ribes aureum Golden Currant
Native deciduous shrub to 6’ tall, with white to light pink flowers and red fruit. Found east of the Cascades in dry sunny locations. Ribes cereum Wax Currant, Squaw Currant