chinensis dogwood
Looking for chinensis dogwood to grace your New Zealand garden with elegant beauty and charm? This plant, commonly known as Cornus chinensis, is renowned for its vibrant foliage, striking flowers, and attractive red berries—a standout feature for any landscape enthusiast seeking year-round interest. Whether you're planning a mixed border, creating wildlife habitats, or keen to experiment with shade gardening, chinensis dogwood is an exceptional choice for gardens big and small. This versatile specimen offers dramatic appeal with layered branches, lush green leaves, and clusters of creamy white blooms in late spring. As autumn arrives, the plant transforms, showcasing a fiery display of colour enhanced by its unique berry clusters, making it equally captivating in both urban and rural New Zealand environments. Here’s everything you need to know about selecting, growing, and using chinensis dogwood in your outdoor spaces.
Cornus alba 'Sibirica'
Cornus alba ‘Sibirica’, commonly known as Siberian Dogwood, is a striking deciduous shrub ideal for New Zealand gardens. It is prized for its vivid red winter stems that provide dramatic colour when leaves fall, and its fresh green foliage that turns shades of orange and red in autumn.
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Cornus controversa
Cornus controversa, commonly known as the Giant Dogwood, is a medium-sized, deciduous tree that features lush foliage that emerges mid-green in spring, ages to become dark green, then develops colourful red and purple tones in autumn before falling.
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