Cornus alternifolia (Fr: cornouiller à feuilles alternes | En: Pagoda dogwood )

Nursery for the Earth Verified independent store

→

Pagoda Dogwood Cornus alternifoliaAlternative names: Alternate-leaf Dogwood, Green OsierFrench: Cornouiller alterne Pagoda Dogwood is one of the most elegant and ornamental small t rees native to our region. It is easily recognized by its distinctive horizontal branching, forming graceful, tiered “levels” that give it a pagoda-like silhouette. In late spring (May to June), it produces large, creamy-white flower clusters, which are followed by deep blue berries that attract many birds. Even the leaves stand out, with a rare alternate arrangement (unusual for dogwoods), showing a bronze tint in spring before turning green in summer and sometimes red or purple in fall. Typically found in deciduous forests, Pagoda Dogwood thrives in part shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils, especially those that are neutral to alkaline. It makes an excellent understory tree or specimen planting in shaded or woodland-edge gardens. Height: 4 to 7 mBloom time: May to JuneLight: Part shadeMoisture: Moderate to moistSoil: Prefers alkaline, well-drained soilHabitat: Deciduous forestsEcological benefits: Flowers support pollinators, berries feed birdsEdible: Not considered edible for humans Show more