Gray Dogwood – individual plant

Description

New this year!

(Cornus racemosa) Gray dogwood is a very adaptable, native shrub that is excellent for naturalizing, especially in difficult sites, such as pond and stream banks. Although its suckering and spreading habit makes it impractical for formal plantings, it can be incorporated into the shrub border and useful as a mass planting. Creamy white clusters of flowers in May are followed by white berries in late summer that persist until early winter. The leaves turn a dull red in autumn. The fruit and buds are a favorite food of the ruffed grouse, turkey, and bobwhite.  Pheasant, woodcock, and many other birds will use dogwood for food and cover. Gray Dogwood is tolerant of both moist and dry sites, and prefers partial shade. Mature height: 10-15ft. Zones: 3-8.

2-3 feet high at pick-up!

Please note: we do NOT offer shipping. You must pick up your order in person at Green Mountain Orchards on Saturday, May 2 in Putney, Vermont.