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
Additional information
| Generic | Cornus |
|---|---|
| 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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