Description
Gray Dogwood shrubs can grow from 6-10′ tall and are hardy from zone 4 through 8. The leaves of this dogwood are elliptical, 2-4″ long with white or brownish hairs on the veins and turn a dark red in the fall. This dogwood has a medium rate of growth and yellowish-white flowers in May. The fruit of Cornus racemosa is white in color and 1/4″ in size. Many birds enjoy the berries. They are a wonderful plant native from the Mississippi river east to Pennsylvania, north to Massachusetts to Lower Michigan. Other dogwoods. Missouri Dept of Conservation dogwood site.
Gray Dogwood …
Scientific Name: Cornus racemosa
Zone: 4-8
Mature Height: 10-15 ft
Mature Width: 10-15 ft
Growth Rate: 12-24″
Soil: Prefers rich, constantly wet soils. Can tolerate dryer sites and even heavy clay.
Sun Requirements: Full to Partial Sun
Fall Color: Orange or Red, fading to Purple
Wildlife Value: Berries are eaten by songbirds.
