Cornus sanguinea
Common Dogwood
Flower Color
Description
Deciduous shrub about 3m tall, of upright habit, with young shoots reddish-green in winter, ovate mid-green leaves turning deep red in autumn, and in summer, small white flowers in flat clusters, followed by black berries
Mature Height
2.5m
Mature Spread
2.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
Bushy
Growth Speed
Moderate · 0.3 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedWell-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H7
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 4-7
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
Generally pest-freeCottage and informal gardenWildflower meadowWildlife gardensFlower borders and bedsHedging and screens
Available Variants
| Container Size | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| H: 20cmP042010V0040Z00010 | €1.50 |
All prices include VAT. Availability may vary by season.