Cornus alternifolia (Pagoda Dogwood) is a native understory tree known for its distinctive horizontal branching and layered structure. Creamy white flowers in spring are followed by dark blue berries, making it both ornamental and highly valuable for wildlife. Height & Spread: 15 - 25 ft x 20 - 30 ft Bloom Time: Late spring Light Requirements: Partial shade Soil Preference: Moist, well drained soils Watering Needs: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture Deer Resistance: Low to moderate deer resistance Native Status Native to eastern North America, typically found in woodland edges and understory habitats. WILDLIFE & INSECTS Birds Berries attract birds such as Robins, Catbirds, and Cedar Waxwings. Bees Flowers attract native pollinators in spring. Butterflies Supports pollinator activity and native insect species. Spacing & Landscape Use Spacing Recommendations Plant 20 - 30 ft apart to allow for layered branching. Landscape Placement Ideal for woodland gardens, understory plantings, and naturalized areas. Companion Plants Carpinus caroliniana - Complements understory structure and woodland form. Amelanchier laevis - Adds spring bloom and fruiting interest. Dryopteris marginalis - Provides evergreen fern texture beneath branching layers. Polygonatum biflorum (Solomon’s Seal) - Adds graceful, arching form in shaded plantings.
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