Top-down view of Dogwood leaves, capturing the distinctive arrangement and shape of the foliage
Top-down view of Dogwood leaves, capturing the distinctive arrangement and shape of the foliage

Cornus (Dogwood) 

Dogwood is a visually striking shrub that adds year-round interest to your landscape. With its vibrant red stems in winter and clusters of white flowers in spring, it offers a delightful display of colors. Dogwood's attractive foliage transitions to rich hues of purple, orange and red in the fall, further enhancing its appeal. 

  • Soil type: loamy and sandy, well drained soil
  • Sunlight: full exposure to partial shade
  • Optimal tempreature: 10-25°C, hardy to -20°C
  • Growth rate: ranges from 30 to 60 cm/year
  • Weather: resistant to wind, tolerant of frost
  • Seasonality: deciduous, spring bloomer
  • British native status: native 
  • Family of trees: Cornaceae 
  • Flowers or berries: white flowers, red berries