CORNUS florida 'Cherokee Chief'

(syn. 'Royal Red') - foliage scarlet-red in spring and autumn, bronzy green in summer. Bracts deep ruby pink.

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Estimated availability autumn 2021 - Not yet confirmed. Could be any time between September and December.

Large £65.00 each

Estimated availability autumn 2021

5 to 7.5 Litre

Deciduous - broadly oval to ovate, sometimes slightly twisted, leaves to 15cm (6in) long.
Shades of pink - All shades of pink through to Carmine (red) - ruby pink
Height - 6m (20ft)
Spread - 8m (26ft)
Tall Shrub - or small tree. Produces flower heads to 1.5cm (½in) across surrounded by 4 bracts 4-5cm (1½-2in) long. Inedible red berries are produced in loose clusters in autumn
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
Additional Features - Pests & Diseases - - anthracnose
Place of origin - eastern North America.
Hardiness - Fully hardy -
Leaf margin - Entire - see photos above
Leaf shape - 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.

RHS group 1
Seasonal Interest - Autumn -
Summer
Soil Conditions - Fertile well drained soil - - humus-rich.
Neutral to acid soil
Tree Shape - Broadly conical -