Habitat: woodland edges and openings; hardwood and mixed coniferous forests, mountain slopes, and coves
Wildlife value: Its fruits are eaten by songbirds, ruffed grouse, quail, wild turkey, chipmunks, black bear, foxes, white-tailed deer, skunks, and squirrels. Host plant for the spring Azure (Celastrina ladon) butterfly/larvae. Plant NOVA Natives lists this species as particularly popular with the non-native honeybees
Note: Virginia's state tree. More resistant to dogwood anthracnose fungus if planted in open areas, but if planted in full sun, it will need to be watered in extended dry spells
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 This plant list if from the begging of the 2025 season and may be outdated.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: | ||
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| Yes | Gallon |
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