CORNUS officinalis
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CORNUS officinalis
Commonly known as Japanese cornel
FLOWERING DOGWOODS
Attractive peeling brown bark and slightly fragrant yellow flowers on naked twigs in FEB. Red fruits and rich autumn tints
£25.00 each
Large
Courier Only due to the size of this plant.
Due to limitations imposed by couriers, taller items might have to pruned to reduce height prior to dispatch.
£65.00
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Pests & Diseases
Anthracnose -
Place of origin
China, Korea, Japan -
Deciduousdark green leaves to 10cm (4in) long, turning red-purple in autumn
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Yellow
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Elliptic
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Ovate
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Height
5m (16ft) -
Spread
5m (16ft)
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Tall ShrubVigorous, spreading shrub with rough, flaking brown bark. Produces flowers in loose clusters 2cm (¾in) or more across before the leaves. Produces edible oblong berries.
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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 - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilTolerates a wide range of soils
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Mature Size5m (16ft)
5m (16ft)
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Cornus (Flowering) - Growing Guide
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