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Cornus racemosa

Family Cornaceae
Plant Type deciduous shrub
Zone USDA:   4a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 3 - 4.5 m (10 - 15 ft)
Spread 3 - 4.5 m (10 - 15 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to wet, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Cornus racemosa (gray dogwood) bears showy and white blooms during late spring to early summer. This deciduous shrub has dark green foliage.
Typical Uses Bank cover, border, hedge, mass planting, naturalization and waterfront.
Special Characteristics This deciduous shrub attracts birds and butterflies to your garden. Cornus racemosa tolerates compacted soil, and is noted for being naturally resistant to disease and pests. In the fall, Cornus racemosa offers a beautiful display of autumn colour.
Cautions Be advised that Cornus racemosa (gray dogwood) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control.