CORNUS kousa 'Samaritan'
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CORNUS kousa 'Samaritan'
Commonly known as Japanese dogwood
FLOWERING DOGWOODS
Variegated with creamy-white and green foliage
Large
£75.00 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Garden origin. USA. Jim Zampini, Lake County Nursery, Ohio. -
DeciduousSmooth-margined leaves to 8cm (3in) long.
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Cream
Creamy white -
White
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Fully hardy
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Silver variegated
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Entire
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Ovate
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Height
7m (23ft) -
Spread
5m (16ft)
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Tall ShrubOr small tree. Produces flower heads to 1cm (½in) across surrounded by 4 tapered bracts to 5cm (2in) long.
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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 Size7m (23ft)
5m (16ft)
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