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Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Shrub
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Water Preferences: Mesic
Plant Height: 4 to 5 feet (1.2-1.5 m)
Plant Spread: 5 to 6 feet (1.5-1.8 m)
Leaves: Good fall color
Unusual foliage color
Deciduous
Fruit: Edible to birds
Flowers: Showy
Malodorous
Uses: Provides winter interest
Edible Parts: Fruit
Wildlife Attractant: Birds
Propagation: Other methods: Cuttings: Stem
Pollinators: Various insects

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Common names
  • Bloodtwig Dogwood
  • Dogwood
  • Common Dogwood
  • European Dogwood
Also sold as:
  • Winter Flame

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Location: Smith College Botanical Garden
Date: 2012-01-02
Location: Smith College Botanical Garden
Date: 2012-01-02
Location: z5a, Smith College Botanical Garden
Date: 2012-04-19
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