CORNUS capitata

Commonly known as Bentham's cornel, Himalayan dogwood

FLOWERING DOGWOODS

Greenish-white flowers red strawberry fruit
Further Reading....
  • Evergreen
    grey-green leaves to 12cm (5in) long. Semi evergreen in cold winters.
  • White
    Greenish white
  • Height
    12m (39ft)
  • Spread
    12m (39ft)
  • Tall Shrub
    Spreading, bushy shrub or small tree. Greenish flowers in small heads 1.5cm (½in) across surrounded by 4-6 creamy-white bracts 4-5cm (1½ - 2in) long followed by pendent fruit.
  • Hardy - cold winter
    Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
  • Full sun
    shelter from cold winds
  • Partial shade

CORNUS capitata

 
  • Additional Features
    Pests & Diseases
    Anthracnose.
    Place of origin
    China, Himalayas.
    Youtube video
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  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf margin
    Entire
    (see photos above)
  • Leaf shape
    Lanceolate
    (see photos above)
    Ovate
    (see photos above)
  • Pruning group
    Pruning group 1
    Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
    Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
    When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.

  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile well drained soil
    Humus rich
    Neutral to acid soil
  • Tree Shape
    Rounded to broadly spreading
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12m (39ft)
Tall Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
  12m (39ft)
 

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