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Gray Dogwood

Cornus Racemosa

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Overview

The Gray Dogwood, Cornus racemosa, is a deciduous shrub native to North America, offering multi-season appeal. It generally reaches 10-15 feet in height with a similar spread. Notable for its gray stems, greenish-white flowers bloom in late spring, followed by white berries that attract birds. Leaves turn purplish-red in fall. Prefers full sun to partial shade and adapts to various soils. Ideal for naturalized areas. Hardy in zones 3-8.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, MediumZones 4–11Climate Alpine
Gray Dogwood (Cornus Racemosa) — The Gray Dogwood, Cornus racemosa, is a deciduous shrub native to North America, offering multi-season appeal

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
4–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Cornaceae
Climate
Alpine

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Gray Dogwood (Cornus Racemosa) — It is also highly resistant to disease and pests

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