Cornus racemosa

Common in old fields and hedgerows, but also seen in wet areas. Colony forming. White berries on red stalks are showy and very attractive to birds. Host plant for the spring azure butterfly.

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Plant Information

Common Name(s): 
gray dogwood
Type: 
Native
Shrubs, Trees
Moisture: 
Dry
Moist
Wet
Light: 
Sun
Part Sun
Part Shade
Recommended for gardening
Showy fruit
Attracts butterflies/pollinators

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