Red-barked Dogwood. A vigorous shrub with blackish purple winter shoots. Purple leaves, turn red and purple in autumn, white flowers are followed by white berries, often tinged blue. Max Height 3m. Max Spread 3m. Flowers April to June. Fruits July. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Cornus alba ‘Kesselringii’
A vigorous shrub with blackish purple winter shoots. Purple leaves, turn red and purple in autumn, white flowers are followed by white berries, often tinged blue.
Additional information
| Generic | Cornus |
|---|---|
| Species | alba |
| Varietry | 'Kesselringii' |
| Common Name | Red-barked Dogwood |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 3m |
| Family | Cornaceae |
| Spread | 3m |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | purple |
| Flowers From | April, June |
| Colour Fruit | white |
| Fruits When | July |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Cut back in spring |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
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