cornus alba dogwood
If you're searching for a plant that brings vibrant colour and year-round interest to your New Zealand garden, the Cornus alba dogwood is a fantastic choice. Also known as Siberian dogwood or Tatarian dogwood, this versatile shrub is celebrated for its striking winter stems, lush foliage, and easy-going nature. Whether you want to liven up a mixed border, create a decorative hedge, or add structure and seasonal flair, Cornus alba dogwood is a top-performing shrub that fits beautifully into many garden styles.
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. Small white spring flowers are followed by decorative white berries. Hardy and low-maintenance, Siberian Dogwood thrives in sunny or partially shaded positions with moist, free-draining soil, making it perfect for year-round visual interest.
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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. The tree is adorned with clusters of cream-white flowers in summer, which result in small, dark blue berries. It typically grows to 10 m tall and 6 m wide. Cornus controversa makes for a lovely specimen tree and is an excellent choice for adding to a mixed planting, or using as a backdrop for smaller plants.
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