Cornus, Gray Dogwood
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- Full-Sun, Part-Sun
Description
Hardy native, colony forming shrub good for banks or naturalized areas. Beautiful burgundy red fall foliage, attractive white berries with contrasting red fruit stalks. Excellent for attracting birds.
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Details
Height: 8 feet
Spread: 6 feet
Sunlight: 
Hardiness Zone: 3b
Description:
An under utilized and quite showy shrub for general garden or mass use; white flowers in spring, white berries in fall on showy pink stems, and good fall color; very adaptable, but suckers profusely
Ornamental Features
Gray Dogwood has clusters of creamy white flowers at the ends of the branches in late spring. It has grayish green foliage throughout the season. The pointy leaves turn an outstanding deep purple in the fall. It produces white berries in late summer.
Landscape Attributes
Gray Dogwood is a multi-stemmed deciduous shrub with a ground-hugging habit of growth. Its relatively fine texture sets it apart from other landscape plants with less refined foliage.
This is a high maintenance shrub that will require regular care and upkeep, and can be pruned at anytime. It is a good choice for attracting birds to your yard. Gardeners should be aware of the following characteristic(s) that may warrant special consideration;
- Suckering
Gray Dogwood is recommended for the following landscape applications;
- Mass Planting
- General Garden Use
- Naturalizing And Woodland Gardens
Planting & Growing
Gray Dogwood will grow to be about 8 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 6 feet. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 1 foot from the ground, and is suitable for planting under power lines. It grows at a slow rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 40 years or more.
This shrub performs well in both full sun and full shade. It is an amazingly adaptable plant, tolerating both dry conditions and even some standing water. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. Consider applying a thick mulch around the root zone in winter to protect it in exposed locations or colder microclimates. This species is native to parts of North America.
| SKU | Container Size |
| S0980 | #5 Container (5 Gallon) |
* Not all container sizes may be available at this time. See store for details on specific container size availability.
Gray Dogwood | Cornus racemosa
Height: 8 feet
Spread: 6 feet
Sunlight: full sun to full shade
Hardiness Zone: 3b
Brand: Gertens
Description:
An under utilized and quite showy shrub for general garden or mass use; white flowers in spring, white berries in fall on showy pink stems, and good fall color; very adaptable, but suckers profusely
Ornamental Features
Gray Dogwood has clusters of creamy white flowers at the ends of the branches in late spring. It has grayish green deciduous foliage. The pointy leaves turn an outstanding deep purple in the fall. It produces white berries in late summer.
Landscape Attributes
Gray Dogwood is a multi-stemmed deciduous shrub with a ground-hugging habit of growth. Its relatively fine texture sets it apart from other landscape plants with less refined foliage.
This is a high maintenance shrub that will require regular care and upkeep, and can be pruned at anytime. It is a good choice for attracting birds to your yard. Gardeners should be aware of the following characteristic(s) that may warrant special consideration;
- Suckering
Gray Dogwood is recommended for the following landscape applications;
- Mass Planting
- General Garden Use
- Naturalizing And Woodland Gardens
- Planting & Growing
Gray Dogwood will grow to be about 8 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 6 feet. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 1 foot from the ground, and is suitable for planting under power lines. It grows at a slow rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 40 years or more.
This shrub performs well in both full sun and full shade. It is an amazingly adaptable plant, tolerating both dry conditions and even some standing water. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. Consider applying a thick mulch around the root zone in winter to protect it in exposed locations or colder microclimates. This species is native to parts of North America.
More Information
| Available for Pre-Order | No |
|---|---|
| Sun Preference | Full-Sun, Part-Sun |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 |
| Common Family Name | Dogwood |