Credit
Sharon A. Yiesla
Scientific Name
Cornus alternifolia
Last Review
Features
Clusters of small, white flowers in late spring; clusters of small, dark, blue-black fruit in summer; reddish-purple fall color; horizontal branches give the tree a unique layered appearance.
Culture
Partial shade to full sun; moist, well-drained soil; prefers acid soils, but tolerates alkaline soils.
Notes
This species can be used as either a large shrub or a small tree.
Plant Type
Minimum Height
Height Value
15.00
Height Unit
Feet
Maximum Height
Height Value
25.00
Height Unit
Feet
Mature Form
Broad spreading
Native Regions, Text
United States (and Illinois)
Soil Conditions
Tolerances
Foliage Color
Images
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picID
3531
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picID
3532
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picID
3533
Size
Exposure (Outdoor)
PlantID
198