CORNUS nuttallii 'Ascona'

Commonly known as Pacific dogwood

FLOWERING DOGWOODS

Orange, red or purple foliage in autumn. Large white bracts sometimes flushed pink
Further Reading....
  • Deciduous
    Oval to obovate, mid-green leaves to 12cm (5in) long.
  • White
    Sometimes flushed pink
  • Height
    5m (16ft)
  • Spread
    6m (20ft)
  • Tall Shrub
    Slender, pendulous branches with purple winter shoots. Produces green flowers in heads 2cm (¾in) across surrounded by 4 bracts to 8cm (3in) long.
  • 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 nuttallii 'Ascona'

 
  • Additional Features
    Pests & Diseases
    None
    Place of origin
    Western North America.
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf margin
    Entire
    (see photos above)
  • Leaf shape
    Obovate
    (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
    Spring
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile well drained soil
    Humus-rich.
    Neutral to acid soil
  • Tree Shape
    Rounded to broadly spreading
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5m (16ft)
Tall Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
  6m (20ft)
 

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