Cornus amomum ~ Silky Dogwood size-10-ft Agastache Little Adder

Agastache Little Adder

Tiny but fragrant whitish-green flowers bloom on terminal spikes in early spring before the foliage emerges

is a stunning and unique tree that is highly valued for its ornamental qualities

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IMAGES: C T Johansson

Cornus amomum ~ Silky Dogwood size-10-ft Agastache Little AdderSilky Dogwood is a medium sized native deciduous shrub with an open rounded habit and twigs and leaf undersides that have silky hairs. Its veined leaves are a mild green are often without fall color. Tiny creamy white flowers grow in flat topped clusters in late spring to summer and give way to porcelain blue fruit that attracts birds. Prefers part sun and slightly acidic, moist, well drained soil. Type: Shrub Origins: Eastern N. America; GA Native