About This Plant
Purple-red stems make this an attractive, deciduous shrub that is great for rain gardens and riparian areas. It is deer tolerant and a larval host plant for over 100 species of moths and butterflies. White flowers bloom and are followed by blueberry-like drupes that are favored by birds. It is a rounded shrub that will spread vigorously.
Plant Details
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Benefits
- Wildlife Benefits
Plant Facts
The fruits of the silky dogwood are a popular treat among woodland creatures. Songbirds, grouse, quail, turkey, chipmunks, bears, foxes and more all consume the popular droop. | This plant’s Latin name, Cornus amomum, is in the process of being transitioned to Swida amomum.
Alternate Names
Kinnikinnik, Pale Dogwood, Red Willow, Silky Cornel, Swamp Dogwood
