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Cornus sericea ssp. occidentalis
Western Dogwood
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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.
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
Water Saving Tip:
An easy water-wise improvement in lawn areas is to change high output spray sprinkler nozzles to low-flow rotators.
You'll have less runoff and be less likely to apply more water than is needed.