One of the most spectacular of the dogwood varieties cornus sanguina 39winter flame39 is a must have plant for any 39winter garden39 its bare woody stems are fiery oranges and reds that contrast wonderfully against the snow and ice and can be complimented by being planted alongside other varieties of dogwood with different coloured stems however this attractive shrub is not just a winter plant in spring fresh green shoots emerge and the lush foliage then becomes a backdrop for