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Cornus Sanguinea Midwinter Fire 80/100cm. 10 litre

Cornus Sanguinea Midwinter Fire 80/100cm. 10 litre

£34.95
Cornus Midwinter Fire Large Plants 10 Litre
Cornus Midwinter Fire Large Plants 10 Litre Cornus Midwinter Fire Large Plants 10 Litre Cornus Midwinter Fire Large Plants 10 Litre
3 In stock
Quick Overview

A deciduous shrub with finely-branched, upright stems to about 2m, turning rich orange through to red in winter. The mid-green leaves turn greenish-yellow in autumn. Large Plants. 

Plant Size (cm)
Plant Size (cm)
81cm - 100cm
Pot Size - Litre
Pot Size - Litre
10 Litre
Anticipated Height
Anticipated Height
2m+/-
Toleration
Toleration
-10
Growth Speed
Growth Speed
Medium
Evergreen?
Evergreen?
No
3 In stock
Qty

Cornus Sanguinea Midwinter Fire 80/100cm 10 litre:  Cornus Midwinter Fire, also known as Cornus Sanguinea 'Midwinter Fire', is a stunning deciduous shrub that adds vibrant colour to the winter garden. It is a cultivar of the European dogwood (Cornus Sanguinea) and is prized for its brilliant and fiery orange-red stems.

In the summer months, Cornus Midwinter Fire displays green leaves that turn yellow in the autumn. However, it is during the winter when this shrub truly shines. The stems transition from yellow to orange and eventually to vibrant red as the temperature drops, creating a striking visual display during the winter.

This cultivar typically grows to a height and spread of around 2m making it a suitable choice for smaller gardens or as a focal point in larger landscapes, or even large pots. It is relatively low-maintenance and can thrive in a variety of soil types, as long as they are well-drained.

Midwinter Fire prefers full sun to partial shade and is fully hardy hardy. It can be pruned hard if required in early spring to encourage new growth and maintain a compact shape.

Cornus Midwinter Fire thrives in a variety of growing conditions, and is a very low maintenance plant but there are some factors to consider for its optimal growth:

1. Sunlight: This shrub prefers full sun to partial shade. It will produce the most vibrant stem colors when exposed to adequate sunlight.

2. Soil: Cornus Midwinter Fire can adapt to various soil types, but it thrives in moist, well-drained soil. It is important to avoid overly wet or waterlogged soil, as this can lead to root rot.

3. Temperature: Hardy to -10 and beyond. 

4. Watering: Cornus Midwinter Fire is relatively drought-tolerant once established, it still requires regular watering during periods of dry weather. Adequate moisture is important, especially during the growing season, to promote healthy growth and vibrant stem colors.

5. Pruning: In terms of maintenance, Cornus Midwinter Fire can be pruned in early spring to encourage new growth and maintain a compact shape. This can also help to rejuvenate the plant and enhance its overall appearance.

By providing the right balance of sunlight, well-drained soil, appropriate watering, and occasional pruning, you can easily create an ideal growth environment for Cornus Midwinter Fire.