Cornus dogwood is a beloved group of deciduous trees and shrubs that bring year-round interest and vibrant colour to New Zealand gardens. Whether you're looking to brighten up your winter landscape with colourful stems, add spring blossom to your borders, or provide berries for wildlife, cornus dogwood varieties offer something special for every garden style. With their easy-care nature and striking appearance, Cornus species are a fantastic choice for gardeners of all experience levels.

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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Cornus stolonifera Flaviramea, commonly known as the Yellow Stem Dogwood, is a shrub that features bright yellow stems which become more pronounced in winter. The leaves emerge dark green in spring, and remain this colour until developing red tones in autumn and falling. It typically grows to 2.5 m tall and 1 m wide, and should be trimmed each year. Cornus Flaviramea is a great plant for adding to a mixed planting, as well as cluster planting to provide a dramatic winter display.
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