Cornus canadensis - 1.5 Ltr pot

Description
The Creeping dogwood (Cornus canadensis) is a carpet-like semi-shrub with decorative, red, round fruits. It produces white flowers in June. The Creeping dogwood also has egg-shaped, dark green leaves. In a semi-shady location with well-drained, nutrient-rich, weakly acidic soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 20 cm and is approx. 40 cm wide.

Bulletpoints
* Fruit ornamentation * Attractive orange-red autumn colouring

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Creeping dogwoods are dark green, ovate and opposite. They are about 2 - 4 cm in size. Creeping dogwood turns bright orange-red in autumn.

Spread
Japan to North America.

Frost hardiness
The Creeping dogwood has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Creeping dogwood is a semi-shrub that grows like a carpet. It usually reaches a height of 10 - 20 cm and is approx. 30 - 40 cm wide. It usually grows 3 - 5 cm per year.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in partial shade.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Flower
The white flowers appear in June.

Fruit
The red, round berries of Cornus canadensis are particularly decorative. These appear from August.

Use
Ornamental shrub, ground cover

Root
Cornus canadensis is a shallow-rooting plant and, depending on the soil, forms runner-forming roots.