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Bunchberry

A lush carpet-like groundcover is created by whorls of deeply veined, rich green leaves. Showy white flowers among the foliage are followed by clusters of bright red berries in fall. Well-suited to the dappled shade of woodland gardens. A great choice for naturalized areas and for edging shaded pathways. An herbaceous perennial.
Description from monrovia.com

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Bunchberry

Bunchberry fast facts

Scientific Name

Cornus unalaschkensis

Family

Cornaceae

Garden Type

Rain Garden Appropriate, Anywhere

Wildlife

Bees

Native Plant Region

Western WA, PNW, North America

Light needs

Full Shade

Water Needs

Wet

Plant Type

Flowering, Perennial

Bloom Color(s)

Yellow

Height

0 – 2 feet

Width

0 – 1, 1 – 2 feet

Months in Bloom

May, June, July, August

Safe Beneath Power Lines?

Yes
Bunchberry

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