Blue-fruited Dogwood (Cornus Obliqua) is a perennial shrub in the Cornaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires high watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Cornus obliqua is a medium-sized deciduous shrub native to eastern North America, known for its blue fruit and silky leaves.

Blue-fruited Dogwood

Blue-fruited Dogwood

Cornus Obliqua

Cornus obliqua is a medium-sized deciduous shrub native to eastern North America, known for its blue fruit and silky leaves.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
High
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:wildlife habitat, erosion control, ornamental shrub

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Blue-fruited Dogwood

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Blue-fruited Dogwood
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Taxonomy

Family:Cornaceae
Genus:Cornus