Alternate-leaf dogwood (Cornus alternifolia)


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Type

deciduous tree icon

Deciduous

Status

species native to Canada

Native

Edible fruit/nut tree?

NO

Names

Latin (scientific) name: Cornus alternifolia

Common English name: Alternate-leaf dogwood

Other names: Pagoda dogwood

French name: Cornouiller à feuilles alternes

Habitat

Grows on well-drained soils on forest edges, along streams, and on swamp borders.

Other notes

This species is planted as an ornamental and as a source of food for birds.

Hardiness zone(s)

4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b

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