Tree Descriptions
Gray Dogwood (Cornus racemosa)
| Height: | 6-12’ |
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| Width: | 6-12’ |
| Growth Rate: | moderate |
| Soil: | sand, clay, loam |
| Moisture: | wet, moist, dry |
| Shade Tolerance: | part shade |
| Bloom Time: | May-June |
| Flower Color: | white |
| Uses: | wildlife |
| Spacing: | minimum 6’ x 6’ |
| Habitat: | Full sun to part shade, will tolerate a wide range of soil and moisture conditions. Salt sensitive. |
| Notes: | Reddish to purple fall color, white fruit on red stems, salt sensitive, preferred deer browse. |
Gray dogwood is a native shrub that develops a dense, suckering form. It has 2-3" clusters of white flowers in late spring. White fruit on red stems matures in the fall. Fall leaf color is deep red. Dogwoods are commonly planted for wildlife. Often browsed by deer.
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