Roughleaf Dogwood
Cornus drummondii
Also listed as Cornus priceae, Swida priceae
Also known as Drummond's Dogwood
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A native deciduous shrub with rough, textured leaves and small white flowers followed by white drupes that attract birds. Excellent for naturalizing and wildlife gardens.
Why grow it
Roughleaf dogwood offers reliable deciduous structure and wildlife value across a wider hardiness range than many southern dogwood species, thriving in USDA zones 4-9. Its persistent white fruit provides later-season food for migratory birds, and it tolerates both wet and dry soils better than flowering dogwood (Cornus florida), making it useful for riparian restoration and naturalized plantings where site conditions are variable.
Watch out for
This species spreads readily by root suckers and self-seeding in favorable conditions, so it benefits from occasional thinning if you need to manage its footprint in smaller gardens. Plants may develop leggy growth in deep shade and perform better with at least partial sun for denser branching.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Cornaceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
Central and eastern North America
Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, Nebraska, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Wisconsin
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A native deciduous shrub with rough, textured leaves and small white flowers followed by white drupes that attract birds. Excellent for naturalizing and wildlife gardens.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Roughleaf Dogwood grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Roughleaf dogwood offers reliable deciduous structure and wildlife value across a wider hardiness range than many southern dogwood species, thriving in USDA zones 4-9. Its persistent white fruit provides later-season food for migratory birds, and it tolerates both wet and dry soils better than flowering dogwood (Cornus florida), making it useful for riparian restoration and naturalized plantings where site conditions are variable.
Watch out for
This species spreads readily by root suckers and self-seeding in favorable conditions, so it benefits from occasional thinning if you need to manage its footprint in smaller gardens. Plants may develop leggy growth in deep shade and perform better with at least partial sun for denser branching.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Cornaceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
Central and eastern North America
Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, Nebraska, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Wisconsin
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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