Plant Profile: Cornus drummondii

Rough Leaved Dogwood is a deciduous shrub indigenous to Canada and the central United States. It thrives in environments ranging from full sun to partial shade and prefers average to moist soil conditions. This resilient plant can withstand poor soil quality and is resistant to deer browsing. Its underground rhizomes enable it to propagate within its native woodland habitats. While it may not be particularly ornamental, it is best suited for naturalized areas or as part of informal shrub borders, screens, or hedges at the periphery of landscapes.