Cornus macrophylla

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Large-leaf Dogwood

Large-leaf or Bigleaf dogwood is native to Asia and relatively uncommon in the U.S. Its white flowers and purple-black fruit are somewhat similar to the popular pagoda dogwood.

Members of the genus Cornus, commonly known as dogwoods, are welcome in the home garden for their multi-season interest -- be it flowers, fruit, foliage, and/or bark -- and their range of forms from small trees to suckering shrubs. The dominant display, however, varies among the species.

Dogwoods are native to cooler temperate areas of North America and Asia. The genus includes 45-60 species, divided into subgenera about which taxonomists disagree. The Chicago Botanic Garden's collection includes almost 100 varieties of dogwood from 20 species (7 of which are native) and over 2,400 plants.

Soil:
Moderate
Plant Shape:
Round
Exposure:
Full Sun
Partial Shade
Bloom Time:
July - August
Bloom Color:
White
Landscape Use:
Urban Street
Specimen Plant
Wildlife Interest:
Attracts Birds
Plant Type:
Tree
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 7