Plant InformationCornus ‘Elegantissima’ or more commonly known as Red Barked Dogwood is a bushy, suckering deciduous shrub which has striking red stems and green/grey tinged, oval shaped leaves which have a soft white margin on them. In the months of May and June it will bloom these tall flower heads of creamy white colour, closely followed by white berries creating a wonderful display. When the leaves fall the Cornus displays its vibrant red stems which are one of the many reasons the Elegantissima is grown.
Making a good low maintenance garden plant, planted in a range of locations, garden types and planting schemes a great all round garden plant.
Cornus Elegantissima care
The Cornus ‘Elegantissima’ will thrive in full sun, partial shade and moist well drained soil conditions. Generally disease free and low maintenance makes a good plant for beginner and expert gardeners alike. Simply cut back the stems in March and apply a generous mulch to the base of the plant to encourage a bushy, healthy growth.
