CORNUS kousa 'Scarlet Fire'
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CORNUS kousa 'Scarlet Fire'
Commonly known as Japanese dogwood
FLOWERING DOGWOODS
A spectacular new introduction with its vibrant pink to deep fuchsia bracts. A long lasting and intense colour
Medium
£120.00 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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BerriesThese plants have berries.
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Place of origin
2016 Rutgers University -
Deciduous
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Shades of pink
All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Deep pink to fuchsia -
Town garden
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Woodland garden
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Entire
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Ovate
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Height
6-8 metres -
Spread
4-6 metres
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Tall Shrub
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Tree
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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 moist well-drained soil
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Neutral to acid soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Rounded to broadly spreading
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Bird friendly
Fruit in autumn to winter
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