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 adaptable Hardiness: Cold hardy to USDA Zone 4 Origin: Southern Europe, Western Asia Attributes: Deer resistant, edible fruits, attracts birds Jefferson documented On March 31, 1774, Thomas Jefferson recorded in his garden... - Cornelian Cherry (Cornus mas).
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).
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&co... - Alternate-leaf Dogwood (Cornus alternifolia).
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).