Deciduous shrub : Ht. 6-12' W 6-12'. 

Tolerates most soils. Requires full sun. Flood and salt intolerant. Reddish-purple bark. Porcelain-blue fruit in August that attracts birds. White flowers in spring. 

Zone 4-5.

Above: Leaf

Right: Flower

Note: See Deciduous Trees for more Cornus spp.