Cornus sanguinea 'Midwinter Fire'

Planting Conditions and Ideal Location

• Light Requirements: Best grown in full sun to partial shade; sunlight enhances the bright stem colour in winter.

• Soil Preferences: Prefers moist, well-drained soil, but is adaptable to clay, loam, or sandy soils.

• pH Range: Tolerates acidic, neutral, and slightly alkaline soils (pH 5.5–7.5).

• Moisture Needs: Likes consistent moisture, especially during the first few years after planting.

• Planting Time: Plant in spring or autumn to allow roots to establish before extreme weather.

• Spacing: Space 1.5–2 metres apart for group planting or informal hedging.

• Positioning Tips: Excellent for mixed borders, winter-interest beds, and waterside planting.

• Shelter Needs: Hardy and wind-tolerant; suitable for exposed sites.

• Container Growing: Can be grown in large pots; ensure good drainage and regular watering.

Routine Care, Feeding, and Seasonal Maintenance

• Watering:

  • Keep soil evenly moist while establishing.

  • Once mature, water in prolonged dry spells, especially in summer.

  • Mulch helps retain moisture and suppress weeds.

• Feeding: Apply a balanced slow-release shrub fertilizer in spring to encourage healthy growth and vivid stem colour.

• Pruning:

  • For the brightest winter stems, cut back one-third to one-half of the oldest stems to ground level each spring.

  • Remove dead, damaged, or weak growth at the same time.

  • Every 2–3 years, plants can be cut back hard to rejuvenate growth.

• Mulching: Apply a 5–8 cm layer of compost, bark, or leaf mould in spring. Keep mulch clear of stems to avoid rot.

• Pest and Disease Resistance: Generally trouble-free; occasional aphids or leaf spot may occur—treat promptly if needed.

• Winter Care: Fully hardy in UK and Ireland; no protection needed.

• Weed Control: Keep the base weed-free for optimum growth and moisture retention.

Ornamental Features, Seasonal Interest, and Garden Uses

• Foliage: Green leaves in spring and summer, turning yellow to orange-red in autumn before falling.

• Winter Stems: Outstanding colour display, with stems fading from yellow at the base to orange and bright red at the tips, creating a fiery winter effect.

• Flowers: Small clusters of creamy-white flowers in late spring to early summer.

• Berries: Dark purple to black berries follow, providing food for birds.

• Form: Deciduous shrub with a multi-stemmed, bushy habit.

• Growth Rate and Size: Moderate to fast-growing; reaches 1.5–2.5 metres in height with a similar spread.

• Wildlife Benefits: Flowers attract pollinators; berries feed birds; dense growth offers shelter.

• Ornamental Value: Exceptional for adding vibrant winter colour to the garden.

• Garden Design Uses:

  • Winter garden focal point for seasonal colour.

  • Mixed borders for year-round structure.

  • Mass planting for maximum visual impact.

  • Lakeside or streamside planting for naturalistic effect.

• Seasonal Appeal: Offers interest in all seasons—fresh green spring foliage, summer blooms, autumn leaf colour, and striking winter stems.

• Longevity: Long-lived and low-maintenance when regularly pruned to encourage young, colourful stems.

• Size
  60-80 CM C10

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