Cornus sericea ssp. occidentalis
Western Dogwood
Description
Native along creeks, it is an excellent stream bank stabilizer. Forms thickets providing cooling cover for streams and protection for wildlife. Birds eat its berries. Will root from cuttings.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
6-12', 12-25'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Grey Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Blue, White
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium, High
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Meadow, Seascape, Wetlands, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Background
Special Uses
Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
In shrub areas, convert from spray sprinklers to bubbler or drip systems that apply water directly to roots.
Occasionally check the soil's moisture level around shrubs before and after watering to determine if watering times are appropriate.