Roughleaf Dogwood
Common Name: Roughleaf Dogwood
Latin Name: Cornus drummondii
Description & Overview
Small, yellowish-white flowers bloom in late spring, giving way to white drupes that mature in late summer. Great shrub or hedge for woodland edges in harsh soil conditions. Similar to Gray Dogwood in appearance and culture, but this native has increased resistance to leaf spotting. It has coarse leaves that stay dark green even in poor soils. In Wisconsin, this plant is fairly uncommon, being restricted to the southeastern and southwestern parts of the state, it can be found in dry uplands with heavy clay soils.
Core Characteristics
Mature Height: 6-15'
Mature Width: 6-15'
USDA Hardiness Zone: to zone 5
Light Requirements: Full Sun, Part Shade
Features & Benefits: Attracts Birds, Fall Color, Wisconsin Native
Common Name: Roughleaf Dogwood
Latin Name: Cornus drummondii
Description & Overview
Small, yellowish-white flowers bloom in late spring, giving way to white drupes that mature in late summer. Great shrub or hedge for woodland edges in harsh soil conditions. Similar to Gray Dogwood in appearance and culture, but this native has increased resistance to leaf spotting. It has coarse leaves that stay dark green even in poor soils. In Wisconsin, this plant is fairly uncommon, being restricted to the southeastern and southwestern parts of the state, it can be found in dry uplands with heavy clay soils.
Core Characteristics
Mature Height: 6-15'
Mature Width: 6-15'
USDA Hardiness Zone: to zone 5
Light Requirements: Full Sun, Part Shade
Features & Benefits: Attracts Birds, Fall Color, Wisconsin Native