Dogwood. A large shrub with a lovely habit of growth producing a tiered effect with the branches Excellent autumn colour. Max Height 3m. Max Spread 3m. Flowers May to June. Fruits August to October. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Cornus alternifolia
A large shrub with a lovely habit of growth producing a tiered effect with the branches Excellent autumn colour
Category: Shrubs
Additional information
Generic | Cornus |
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Species | alternifolia |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Dogwood |
Flower Colour | white |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
Foliage | Deciduous |
Height | 3m |
Family | Cornaceae |
Spread | 3m |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Bushy |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | May, June |
Colour Fruit | blue |
Fruits When | August, October |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Border, Specimen, Woodland |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | Only prune if required to keep shape |
Pruning Time | Late winter |
Pests and diseases | Honey fungus |
Maintenance | Keep free from weeds, Mulch, Feed |
Propagation | Stem cuttings, Seed |
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