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CORNUS kousa var chinensis 'China Girl'
Commonly known as Chinese dogwood
FLOWERING DOGWOODS
Very large creamy-white bracts in late spring. Red and purple autumn colour and exfoliating bark
Large
£65.00 each
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Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Korea, Japan. -
DeciduousOvate, wavy-margined leaves to 8cm (3in) long.
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Cream
Creamy white flushed pink -
Fully hardy
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Entire
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Ovate
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Height
2.5m (8ft) -
Spread
2m (6½ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightFree-flowering, even when young. Produces flower heads to 1cm (½in) across surrounded by 4 bracts 2.5-5cm (1-2in) long, which fall early, followed by strawberry-like fruit.
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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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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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Mature Size2.5m (8ft)
2m (6½ft)
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