Cornus racemosa
Gray Dogwood
Clusters of small white flowers May and July give way to small white berries on short red stalks. The green foliage turns burgundy in fall. Like all dogwoods, this is a good source of food, cover and nesting sites for many birds. This many-stemmed shrub is exceptionally resilient and can be used on unfavorable sites. A thicket forming shrub that produces large colonies.
Height 10-15 Feet
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Spread 10-15 Feet
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Bloom/Seasonal Color White
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USDA Hardiness Zone 4-8
Characteristics & Attributes
Nature Attracting
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Season of Interest
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Late (July-frost) |
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Winter (Nov-Mar) |
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Mid (May-June) |
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Early (Feb-Apr) |
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Soil Moisture
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Sun Exposure
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Full Sun |
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Shade |
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Medium Sun/Average Shade |
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USFS MO Ecological Map
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Wildlife Benefit
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Cover |
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Food/Birds |
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