Cornus alba Chief Bloodgood™

Scientific Name: Cornus alba 'Chblzam'

Also Known As

Cornus alba 'Chief Bloodgd'
Cornus alba 'Chief Bloodgood'
Chief Bloodgood Red Twig Dogwood
Chief Bloodgood Tatarian Dogwood

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

3a-9b

Cornus alba Chief Bloodgood™ plant details

Cornus alba Chief Bloodgood™ is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by blue and white fruit. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something for erosion control and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cornus alba Chief Bloodgood™

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: cornaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: basket weaving, distinctive bark, rain garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cornus alba Chief Bloodgood™

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: erosion and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Showy dark coral-red bark and foliage edged with creamy-white make this compact (to 6't x 3'w) shrub prefect for wetland, hedge... and making baskets! S/M-W