Cornus asperifolia var. drummondii

Roughleaf Dogwood

Tips for Homeowners:

Cut back any unwanted shoots from the base if you do not want the plants to colonize (spread).

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This native plant has beautiful white flowers that bloom on and off all summer giving away to white berries plus beautiful red fall foliage.

  • Native shrub
  • Vibrant purple fall color
  • White fruit is attractive to birds

Use plant for naturalizing or as a natural hedge.

Height: 6-15 ft
Spread: 6-15 ft
Zone: 5-8
Color: White

Interesting Notes about Roughleaf Dogwood:

A tall shrub more tolerant of poor soils than other dogwoods. In fact, it tolerates drought more than most, and colonizes easily in almost any scenario. This shrub produces hard white fruits that are very popular for wild birds which is why they do not last into winter.


Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes:

  • Attractive fruit
  • Fall Color
  • Great Foliage
  • Native

Foliage Color:

  • Green
  • Red

Exposure:

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Sun

Critter Resistance:

  • Deer Resistant

Habit:

  • Upright

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Summer
  • Spring

Season of Interest (Foliage):

  • Fall

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water
  • Moist, Well-Drained