Habitat: Floodplain forests, alluvial and tidal swamps, rocky and sandy river shores, stream banks, wet meadows, and old fields. Frequent throughout.
Wildlife Value: It is the host plant for the spring/summer Azure butterflies. Butterflies nectar at its blooms. Its fruits are eaten by songbirds, ruffed grouse, quail, turkey, chipmunks, black bear, foxes, white-tailed deer, skunks, and squirrels. The foliage is browsed by white-tailed deer. Members of the genus Cornus support specialized bees.
Notes: Plant NOVA Natives lists this species as particularly popular with the non-native honeybees
Beloved Brook's Ruckersville Nursery Inventory
Nursery is open by appointment only. Email them to set up a time. This plant list if from the begging of the 2025 season and may be outdated. If there is something specific that you’re looking for, they recommend you confirm that they have it when you schedule an appointment
| Pots Available | Pot size: | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Yes | Gallon |
View My Wishlist |