Alternate-leaf Dogwood (Cornus alternifolia). Small, deciduous, spring-flowering native tree Yellowish white flowers in 2-3 inch cymes; dark green, prominently veined leaves and dark blue fruits Origin: North AmericaThis North American species, first discovered in 1760, grows from eastern Canada to Minnesota through the south to Georgia and Alabama. John Bartram, the early Philadelphia naturalist and nurseryman, listed it as Cornus sylvestris in his 1783 broadside. Alternate-leaf Dogwood is a desirable... - Alternate-leaf Dogwood (Cornus alternifolia).
Red-osier Dogwood (Cornus sericea). Deciduous, Eastern North American shrub Description: White flowers in late spring followed by white fruit, which is slightly tinged bluish; bright crimson stems add winter interest Habit: Grows 6 to 9 ft. high, forms a thicket wit... - Red-osier Dogwood (Cornus sericea).
White Flowering Dogwood (Cornus florida). Deciduous, spring-flowering North American tree Description: Flower heads consist of 4 showy, white bracts surrounding a cluster of tiny flowers, followed by clusters of bright red fruits that attract birds; deep red fall color Hab... - White Flowering Dogwood (Cornus florida).
Pink Flowering Dogwood (Cornus florida rubra). Small, deciduous North American treeDescription: Showy light pink flowers give a magnificent display for several weeks in mid springHabit: Reaches 20 to 30 feet high and wideCulture: Prefers sun to part shade and average soilsHardiness: USD... - Pink Flowering Dogwood (Cornus florida rubra).
Cornelian Cherry (Cornus mas). Hardy shrub or small tree Description: Clusters of tiny golden yellow flowers appear before the leaves in early spring Habit: Reaches 20' high and wide, rounded shape Culture: Prefers part shade to full sun and well-drained soil, but is a... - Cornelian Cherry (Cornus mas).