Huron® Dogwood — Cornus racemosa 'Hurzam'

Huron® Dogwood (Cornus racemosa 'Hurzam') is a rounded deciduous shrub with gray-green foliage that turns burgundy red in fall. White flower clusters appear in late spring, followed by white fruits favored by birds. Red-orange terminal stems add interest after the leaves drop.

This selection of a species native to northeastern North America brings seasonal color to borders, woodland edges and naturalized plantings. Grow in full sun to part sun, with a preference for part sun and slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soil.

Growing details

• Plant type: Deciduous flowering shrub
• Species origin: Northeastern North America
• Listed height and spread: 6–8 feet tall and wide
• Spacing: Approximately 7 feet apart
• USDA hardiness zones: 4–8
• Light: Full sun to part sun
• Soil: Slightly acidic, moist and well-drained
• Flowers: White clusters in late spring
• Fruit: White fruits attractive to birds
• Fall foliage: Burgundy red
• Winter interest: Red-orange terminal stems
• Cultivar: 'Hurzam'

Care and garden use

This low-maintenance shrub can spread by root suckers and form thickets. Remove unwanted suckers if a contained planting is desired, or allow room for it to naturalize.

Use as an accent, in groups, along borders, at woodland edges or in native-species and naturalized gardens. Pond- or stream-side sites should meet its soil and drainage needs. Allow ample room in foundation beds for its mature size and spreading habit. Boxwood, clethra and sweetflag are companion options where growing requirements align.

Image credit: Prides Corner, Cornus racemosa Huron® ('Hurzam').

Plants naturally vary in appearance and may differ from the images shown.