Shrub

Deciduous shrub reaching 2.5-4.5 m tall. Features opposite, elliptical leaves and flat-topped clusters of white flowers in early summer, followed by white berries on red pedicels. Tolerates a wide range of soil conditions and full sun to partial shade. Provides food for birds and wildlife. Forms thickets in favorable conditions. Suitable for naturalized areas, hedgerows, and wildlife gardens. Native to eastern North America.

Deciduous shrub growing 1.5-3 m tall. Features opposite, elliptical leaves and flat-topped clusters of white flowers in late spring, followed by blue or whitish fruits. Young stems often have a reddish color. Prefers moist to wet soils and full sun to partial shade. Tolerates occasional flooding. Provides food and cover for wildlife. Useful for erosion control along streams. Suitable for naturalized areas and wetland margins.

Deciduous shrub or small tree reaching 5-8 m tall. Features distinctive horizontal branching and alternate leaves, unlike most dogwoods. Produces flat-topped clusters of white flowers in late spring, followed by blue-black berries. Prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Provides food for birds and wildlife. Adds unique architectural interest to woodland gardens and naturalized landscapes. Native to eastern North America.

Deciduous shrub growing 1-3 m tall. Features glossy, opposite or whorled leaves and distinctive spherical flower heads of white blooms in summer. Prefers consistently moist to wet soils and full sun to partial shade. Tolerates flooding. Attracts butterflies and other pollinators. Seeds are food for waterfowl. Suitable for rain gardens, pond edges, and wetland restorations. Native to wetland habitats across North America.

Deciduous shrub reaching 0.6-1.2 m tall. Features oval, toothed leaves and dense clusters of small white flowers blooming in late spring to early summer. Prefers well-drained, sandy or rocky soils and full sun. Drought-tolerant once established. Nitrogen-fixing roots improve soil. Attracts butterflies and other pollinators. Historically used for tea. Suitable for dry prairies, rocky slopes, and as a native alternative to non-native ornamental shrubs.

Deciduous shrub growing 1-3 m tall. Produces clusters of white flowers in late spring, followed by edible purple-black berries. Features glossy, dark green leaves turning brilliant red in fall. Prefers moist, well-drained acidic soils but adaptable to various conditions. Tolerates full sun to partial shade. Berries are high in antioxidants and attractive to birds. Suitable for hedges, mass plantings, and rain gardens. Native to eastern North America.

Deciduous shrub or small tree reaching 4.5-9 m tall with smooth gray bark. Produces pendulous clusters of white flowers in early spring before leaves emerge. Edible purple fruits ripen in early summer. Leaves emerge with reddish-bronze color, turning dark green, then orange to red in fall. Prefers moist, well-drained soils but adaptable to various conditions. Tolerates partial shade to full sun. Excellent for multi-season interest, wildlife value, and natural landscaping.