CORNUS florida 'Rainbow'
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CORNUS florida 'Rainbow'
Commonly known as American boxwood, Rainbow dogwood
FLOWERING DOGWOODS
Compact shrub with deep green leaves splashed yellow. Autumn colours pass from pink, lavender-blue and finally purple-red
Large
£75.00 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Pests & Diseases
Anthracnose -
Place of origin
Eastern North America -
DeciduousBroadly oval to ovate, sometimes slightly twisted, leaves to 15cm (6in) long.
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White
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Fully hardy
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Gold variegated
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Silver variegated
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Entire
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Ovate
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Height
3m (10ft) -
Spread
2.5m (8ft)
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Tall ShrubCompact, upright habit. Produces green flowers surrounded by 4 white bracts 5cm (2in), or more, long and loose clusters of red, inedible berries in autumn
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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.
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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) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soilHumus-rich.
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Neutral to acid soil
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Full sun
Shelter from cold winds. -
Partial shade
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Broadly conical
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Mature Size3m (10ft)
2.5m (8ft)
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