Creeping Dogwood. A creeping perennial with mid-green leaves. Green flowers are surrounded by white, sometimes pink flushed bracts, followed by fleshy red fruits. Max Height 15cm. Max Spread Indefinite. Flowers April to June. Fruits July. Full Sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Cornus canadensis
A creeping perennial with mid-green leaves. Green flowers are surrounded by white, sometimes pink flushed bracts, followed by fleshy red fruits.
Additional information
| Generic | Cornus |
|---|---|
| Species | canadensis |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Creeping Dogwood |
| Flower Colour | Green |
| Soil | Acidic |
| Aspect | Full Sun |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 15cm |
| Family | Cornaceae |
| Spread | Indefinite |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Creeping |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | Green |
| Flowers From | April, June |
| Colour Fruit | Red |
| Fruits When | July |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border, Ground cover |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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