Pacific Dogwood | Cornus nuttalli

A flowering tree with white blossoms stands prominently in a grassy area, surrounded by a dense forest of evergreens.
The image features white dogwood flowers blooming on a branch, surrounded by green foliage and underbrush.
The image shows bright green leaves with a smooth texture, emerging from a thin stem against a blurred background.
The image features trees adorned with white flowers, showcasing their beauty in a lush, green environment.
A flowering tree with white blossoms stands prominently in a grassy area, surrounded by a dense forest of evergreens.
The image features white dogwood flowers blooming on a branch, surrounded by green foliage and underbrush.
The image shows bright green leaves with a smooth texture, emerging from a thin stem against a blurred background.
The image features trees adorned with white flowers, showcasing their beauty in a lush, green environment.

Description

Attractive multi-branched tree with clustered flowers with showy white bracts in spring, sometimes repeating in early fall, followed by bunches of bright red berries. Smooth blackish-brown bark.

Plant Details

Habitats Riparian Forests, Bottomland Forests, Mixed Hardwood-Conifer Forest or Woodland, Shrub Swamp
Habitat Notes Can be a difficult species to establish due to its intricate needs
Phenology Flowering March-July
Mature Height 30-40'
Shade Preference part shade, shade
Soil Tolerance Moist but well-drained, acidic soils with high organic matter
Special Uses Attracts insects, bees, butterflies, and various birds
Ethnobotany Wood was used to create harpoon shafts