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    • Photo of Cornus bretschneideri flower by Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz

    Photo by Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz

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    Cornus bretschneideri

    Also Known As

    • Bretschneider's Dogwood
    • Sha Lai Dogwood

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 8'-12'
    • W: 8'-12'

    planting zones

    • 5a-9b

    Cornus bretschneideri plant details

    Cornus bretschneideri is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by black fruit. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Cornus bretschneideri

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: cornaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 8 FT - 12 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in spring
    Uses: distinctive bark, fall color, winter interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Cornus bretschneideri

    USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
    Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This 8-12' Chinese shrub dogwood has yellow to yellow-red winter twigs and 2-4" clusters of creamy-white spring flowers followed by black berries. S/M-W

    By: Forestfarm

    Gardening facts about Cornus bretschneideri plant

    How to Grow Cornus bretschneideri

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - dappled shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • clay
      • adaptable
      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • humidity tolerant
      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • birds
      • bees

    • Fruit

      • black

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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