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Blackfruit Dogwood

Cornus Sessilis

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Overview

Cornus sessilis, or Blackfruit Dogwood, is a deciduous shrub native to the Pacific Northwest. It grows 10-25 feet tall and wide, flourishing in USDA zones 7-10. Preferring moist, well-drained soil and partial shade, it features green foliage, turning reddish-purple in fall. White spring flowers yield glossy black berries, attracting wildlife. Use as a feature plant or for naturalizing. Moderate growth rate; minimal maintenance required.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 4–8Climate Temperate
Blackfruit Dogwood (Cornus Sessilis) — Cornus sessilis, or Blackfruit Dogwood, is a deciduous shrub native to the Pacific Northwest
Blackfruit Dogwood (Cornus Sessilis) — It grows 10-25 feet tall and wide, flourishing in USDA zones 7-10Blackfruit Dogwood (Cornus Sessilis) — well-drained soil and partial shadeBlackfruit Dogwood (Cornus Sessilis) — it features green foliage

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
4–8

Shape & size

Mature height
6–10 Ft.
Mature width
6–10 Ft.

Classification

Climate
Temperate

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Blackfruit Dogwood (Cornus Sessilis) — Cornus sessilis, or Blackfruit Dogwood, is a deciduous shrub native to the Pacific Northwest
Blackfruit Dogwood (Cornus Sessilis) — It grows 10-25 feet tall and wide, flourishing in USDA zones 7-10
Blackfruit Dogwood (Cornus Sessilis) — well-drained soil and partial shade
Blackfruit Dogwood (Cornus Sessilis) — it features green foliage