Cornus sanguinea ‘Midwinter Fire’ (3 litre pot)

Cornus sanguinea ‘Midwinter Fire’ is a versatile shrub for any garden or landscape. This deciduous shrub, commonly referred to as ‘dogwood’, is known for its captivating winter stems that transform into a fiery display of red, orange, and yellow hues, adding a feeling of warmth and vibrancy to the barren winter landscape.

While its winter stems are the main attraction, Cornus sanguinea ‘Midwinter Fire’ also offers charm throughout the year. As the leaves gracefully turn from green to vibrant orange-yellow in autumn, they enhance the fiery stems, creating a mesmerizing spectacle. Around spring and summer, delicate white flowers will appear, adding a touch of softness and fragrance to the garden.

This adaptable shrub thrives in a variety of conditions, making it a perfect choice for gardeners of all skill levels. It prefers full sun or partial shade and tolerates a wide range of soil conditions, from moist to dry and well-drained. Growing to a mature height of up to 3m it can also be used in a wide range of garden sizes and styles.

Plant it as a stand-alone specimen to showcase its fiery stems or group it with other shrubs or perennials to create a vibrant and lively display. It can also be used as a hedge, providing privacy and structure to your garden.

To ensure your Cornus thrives, provide it with regular watering during the first few years after planting. Once established, it is drought-tolerant and requires less frequent watering.

Details

• A Cornus sanguinea ‘Midwinter Fire’ in a 3 litre pot
• A member of the RHS Plants for Pollinators collection
• Flower colour: White
• Foliage: Deciduous
• Foliage colour: Green, Orange, Pink
• Stem colour: Red
• Sunlight: Full sun, Partial Shade
• Aspect: Any facing
• Soil drainage: Well drained
• Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
• Hardiness: Fully hardy
• Flowering period: May, June
• Foliage period: Spring, Summer, Autumn
• Plant height (mature): up to 3m