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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
By: Forestfarm
Garden photo gallery of Cornus quinquenervis
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
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Cornus for your garden
aka Red Barked Dogwood, Red Twig Dogwood, Tartarian Dogwood
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 8'-10'
Width: 8'-10'
- sun - mostly shade
aka Cream Cracker Red Barked Dogwood, Cream Cracker Red Twig Dogwood, Cream Cracker Tartarian Dogwood
Plant Type
Shrub, Aquatic
Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 5'-6'
Width: 5'-6'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Red Barked Dogwood, Tartarian Dogwood
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 6'-10'
Width: 6'-10'
- sun - mostly shade
- standing water - regular
aka Pagoda Dogwood
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 12'-15'
Width: 10'-20'
- sun - shade
- even moisture
Scientific Name: Cornus alternifolia 'Wstackman'
aka Cornus alternifolia 'Golden Shadows', Cornus alternifolia 'W. Stackman', Golden Shadows® Green Osier, Golden Shadows® Pagoda Dogwood
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 15'-20'
Width: 15'-20'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular
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