Dogwood. An rare and attractive shrub grown for its rich purple foliage and red bark in the winter. Max Height 1.4m. Max Spread 1m. Flowers May to June. Fruits August to October. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Cornus hessei
An rare and attractive shrub grown for its rich purple foliage and red bark in the winter
Additional information
| Generic | Cornus |
|---|---|
| Species | hessei |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Dogwood |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 1.4m |
| Family | Cornaceae |
| Spread | 1m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Bushy, Spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | purple |
| Flowers From | May, June |
| Colour Fruit | white, blue |
| Fruits When | August, October |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border, Winter attributes |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | Cut back to 2.5cm of last years growth |
| Pruning Time | Late winter |
| Pests and diseases | Honey fungus |
| Maintenance | Keep free from weeds, Mulch, Feed |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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