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Cornus alba 'Kesselringii' 3L
Product Code: 194060
£17.99
- Common Name: Red-Barked Dogwood
- 'Kesselringii' is a vigorous deciduous shrub forming a thicket of upright dark red shoots which become blackish-purple in winter, with oval leaves turning red and purple in autumn; small cream flowers are followed by white berries
- Foliage: Deciduous. Habit: Suckering
- Position: Full sun, Partial shade. Aspect: South-facing or West-facing or East-facing
- Soil: Clay, Loam, Sand. Moisture: Moist but well-drained, Well-drained. pH: Acid, Neutral
- Ultimate height: 1.5-2.5 metres. Ultimate spread: 1.5-2.5 metres. Time to ultimate height: 5-10 years
- Suggested planting locations: Coastal, Cottage and informal gardens, Banks and slopes, Flower borders and beds
Description
Description
A striking, deciduous shrub with dark purple-black stems and rich green leaves turning deep violet in autumn. Cream flowers in early summer followed by white berries. H&S: 2m x 2m. Prefers moist soil in sun to part shade.
