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Exposurefull sun
Watermoderate
Typeshrub
Distribution
Cornus sanguinea Midwinter Fire
European 'Midwinter Fire' Dogwood
Flower Color
Description
A deciduous, spreading shrub to 2m tall, with orange-red and yellow young shoots bearing oval leaves and insignificant white flowers in summer; grown for the coloured stems which are brightest in winter
Mature Height
2.5m
Mature Spread
2.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
Suckering
Growth Speed
Moderate · 0.3 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedWell-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H8
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: 30cm7557P | H: 30cm | €12.20 |
| H: 40cm7557S | H: 40cm | €7.96 |
| H: 15cm7557J | H: 15cm | €5.25 |
All prices include VAT. Availability may vary by season.