SILVERLEAF DOGWOOD 80CM STD
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EAN codeDOGSIL80C
- Ground typeYes
- Plant genusCornus
- Common nameElegantissima
- Botanical namealba
- General informationThe White dogwood 'Elegantissima' (Cornus alba) is a bushy, upright shrub with decorative, round fruits. It produces white flowers arranged in umbels from May to June. The White dogwood 'Elegantissima' also has egg-shaped, dark green leaves with a white e
- Frost resistanceThe White dogwood 'Elegantissima' has good frost hardiness.
- FruitThe round fruits of Cornus alba 'Elegantissima' are particularly decorative.
- GrowthWhite dogwood 'Elegantissima' is a bushy and upright growing shrub. It usually reaches a height of 2 - 3 m and is approx. 2 - 3 m wide. Rapidly growing. It usually grows 30 - 50 cm per year.
- LeavesHigh leaf ornamental value. The deciduous leaves of the White dogwood 'Elegantissima's are dark green, ovate, opposite, with entire margins and a white edge. They are around 4 - 8 cm in size. White dogwood 'Elegantissima' turns bright carmine red in autum
- LocationPreferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.
- Planting periodeContainer plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).
- Soil typeNormal soil.
- UseOrnamental shrub
- Water requirementThe plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.
- Water a lotYes
- Perennial plantYes