Common Dogwood. A vigorous shrub with reddish green winter shoots. Mid-green leaves turn red in autumn, white flowers are followed by dull blue-black berries. Max Height 3m. Max Spread 2.5m. Flowers May to July. Fruits July. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Cornus sanguinea
A vigorous shrub with reddish green winter shoots. Mid-green leaves turn red in autumn, white flowers are followed by dull blue-black berries.
Category: Shrubs
Additional information
Generic | Cornus |
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Species | sanguinea |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Common Dogwood |
Flower Colour | white |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Deciduous |
Height | 3m |
Family | Cornaceae |
Spread | 2.5m |
Growth Speed | Fast |
Growth Habit | Upright |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | May, July |
Colour Fruit | blue, black |
Fruits When | July |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Cut back in spring |
Border | Border, Ground cover |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
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