Drummond's Dogwood
Cornus drummondii
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
medium
Size
72"–240" H × 72"–240" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
AL, AR, GA, IA and 18 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles, flies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Drummond's dogwood is a native shrub that forms dense thickets through underground runners. It produces clusters of small white flowers in late spring and summer, followed by white berries that attract birds.
In an HOA neighborhood
Drummond's Dogwood takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: high. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Spreads aggressively by underground runners
- Can reach 20 feet tall and wide
- Forms wild-looking thickets
Wildlife value
The flowers attract bees, beetles, and flies during the long bloom period from May through July. Birds eagerly consume the white berries in late summer and fall.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
Does Drummond's Dogwood fit your yard? Open it in Pollinator Patch to check it against your sun, soil, and HOA-conscious filters.