brown dogwood
Cornus glabrata
Description:
Large, thicket-forming shrub can be trained to stay contained; clusters of small white flowers attract native bees; bright green leaves turn red in the fall; berries support wildlife; great addition to rain garden. (Photo ©Saxon Holt/PhotoBotanic)
Native to:
California
Plant Type:
Shrub
Height:
8 ft
Width:
6 ft
Flower Color:
White
Bloom Period:
April-May
Wildlife Value:
Beneficial Insects
Butterflies
Honey Bees
Native Bees
Hoverflies
Song Birds
Sun Exposure:
Sun (6+ hours of direct sunlight)
Part Shade (best with afternoon shade)
Irrigation Needs:
Moderate (deep watering once a week)
Low (deep watering twice a month)
Maintenance Needs:
Will form a thicket overtime in the absence of pruning, can be pruned during dormant season into a small tree with attractive weeping form.
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