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Alternate-leaved Dogwood

Swida alternifolia

This small flowering tree is as ornamental as it is beneficial. Its small size and flat-topped growing habit make an interesting shady spot for a small yard or space, and large white flowers followed by blue-black berries support countless wildlife species.

BLOOM TIME
  • June
SUNLIGHT
  • Partial Shade
  • Full Shade
SOIL TYPE
  • Well Drained
  • Moist
  • Texture (Sand)
  • Texture (Loam)
  • Texture (Clay)
  • High Organic Matter
  • pH Acid <6.0
HEIGHT

12-20'

CATERPILLAR SPECIES HOSTED

100-200

WILDLIFE BENEFITED

Caterpillars, Pollinators, Butterflies, Birds, Hummingbirds, Mammals

Artist: Jada Fitch

Photo Credit: Maine Audubon