Cornus alba 'Elegantissima'
Cornus alba 'Elegantissima' is a vigorous deciduous shrub grown for its striking autumn and winter display. In spring, foliage emerges mid-green with irregular cream margins, creating a fresh, variegated effect. As the seasons change, the leaves develop orange and yellow tones before falling, revealing a dense framework of deep red stems that provide brilliant colour throughout the colder months.
With its suckering habit, this dogwood forms a dense thicket, perfect for adding structure, contrast, and seasonal drama to borders and wildlife gardens. The flowers and subsequent berries are attractive to pollinators and birds, while the coloured stems are best appreciated when planted in groups or against a contrasting background. Hardy and easy to grow, ‘Elegantissima’ thrives in most soils and delivers reliable colour year after year.
- Stunning red winter stem colour
- Vibrant autumn foliage in orange and yellow tones
- Flowers attract pollinators; berries appeal to birds
- Dense, suckering habit ideal for seasonal structure
- Hardy and easy to grow
- Height 300cm - Spread 300cm
Dogwood
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EAN code5019945010826
- Pot Size3L (19cm)
- AspectNorth-facing, East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Flower ColourWhite
- Flowering MonthMay, June
- Foliage ColourCream, Green, Orange
- Foliage TypeDeciduous
- Fruit ColourBlack
- Garden StyleArchitectural, Coastal, Cottage & Informal Garden, Wildflower Meadow, Wildlife Garden
- Hardiness (RHS rating)H6 -20 to -15ºC. Hardy - very cold winter
- Height300cm
- Spread300cm
- MoistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
- pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Plant HabitColumnar / Upright, Suckering
- Plant TypeShrub
- Planting TypesBorders and Beds
- Season of InterestSpring, Autumn, Winter
- Soil TypeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Special AttributesAttractive Stems, Autumn Foliage Colour, Berries or Fruit, Easy to Grow, Low Maintenance
- Stem ColourRed
- SunlightFull Sun, Partial Shade
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