Cornus glabrata

Also Known As

Smooth Dogwood

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-10'
W: 6'-20'

planting zones

7a-10b

Cornus glabrata plant details

Cornus glabrata is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring cream and 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 - dappled shade and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, clay and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cornus glabrata

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: cornaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT - 20 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and white blooms in spring
Uses: rain garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cornus glabrata

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay and rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This lovely 6-10 foot gracefully arching shrub is adorned with creamy-white flowers in spring, native to Oregon and California, it is beautiful and useful; this thicket forming shrub is excellent for stream restoration and its bluish-white berries are much loved by many western birds, from bluebirds to flickers to quail! S-Sh/M-W