Cornus alternifolia - 50-60 CM C5

Description
These produce black, round fruits from August. They exude a strong fragrance.

Bulletpoints
* red-brown shoots * strongly scented flowers * attractive scarlet autumn colouring * not overbuildable

Leaves
Attractive scarlet autumn colouring.

Bark
Dark grey bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Growth habit
Expansive, broad.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Cornus alternifolia thrives on all acidic, humus-rich and sufficiently moist soils.

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 creamy white flowers appear in umbrella clusters from May to June. These are strongly scented.

Use
Ornamental shrub

Shoots
The shoots of Cornus alternifolia are red-brown in colour.

Root
Cornus alternifolia is a shallow-rooted plant and, depending on the soil, forms densely branched roots.