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    • Photo of Cornus quinquenervis flower, foliage by Forestfarm

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    Cornus quinquenervis

    Also Known As

    • Cornus paucinervis
    • Littleleaf Dogwood

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 6'-8'
    • W: 6'-8'

    planting zones

    • 5a-9b

    Cornus quinquenervis plant details

    Cornus quinquenervis is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge followed by black fruit. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly 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 verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Cornus quinquenervis

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: cornaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in summer

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Cornus quinquenervis

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

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    In late summer (July-Aug), when many plants are thinking seeds, not flowers, this uncommon 6-8', narrow-leaved shrub dogwood produces its dense clusters of small creamy-white flowers followed by black fruit. S/M

    By: Forestfarm

    Gardening facts about Cornus quinquenervis plant

    How to Grow Cornus quinquenervis

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - regular

    • Soil Needs

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

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • birds
      • bees

    • Fruit

      • black

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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