{"product_id":"cornus-alba-elegantissima","title":"Cornus alba 'Elegantissima' (3 litre pot)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCornus alba '\u003c\/em\u003eElegantissima'\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as red-barked dogwood, is most often grown for its distinctive red stems that stand out in autumn and winter when the green and silver variegated foliage fades away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA medium-sized deciduous shrub, 'Elegantissima' will produce a mass of colourful and slender stems bright crimson. These stems become visible in autumn and winter when the white-margined, narrow leaves briefly fade away. It will also produce delicate white flowers through May and June as well as small white berries in the autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCornus alba\u003c\/em\u003e 'Elegantissima' is a member of the RHS Plants for Pollinators collection, recognising its value in attracting and supporting bees and other pollinators in the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFully hardy in the UK, it is a versatile shrub that thrives in various conditions. It prefers well-drained, moist soil but can adapt to a range of soil types, including clay, loam, and sand. This adaptable shrub is also tolerant of sun and partial shade, making it a suitable choice for various garden settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA \u003cem\u003eCornus alba\u003c\/em\u003e 'Elegantissima' in a 3 litre pot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA member of the RHS Plants for Pollinators collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlower colour: White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoliage: Deciduous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoliage colour: Green, Grey, White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStem colour: Red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSunlight: Full sun, Partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAspect: Any facing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil drainage: Well drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil pH: Acid, Neutral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardiness: Fully hardy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowering period: May, June\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoliage period: Spring, Summer, Autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant height (mature): up to 4m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Gates Garden Centre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56082320195909,"sku":"1187034","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0925\/7458\/1061\/files\/c0b9d4b3-cornus-elegantissima.jpg?v=1761657642","url":"https:\/\/www.gatesgardencentre.co.uk\/products\/cornus-alba-elegantissima","provider":"Gates Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}