Position

Sun exposure:
Dappled shade, full sun
Aspect:
East facing, south facing, west facing
Position in border:
Middle

Soil

Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Found growing wild in northern Asia and from the USA to Greenland, Cornus canadensis produces beautiful white bracts from late spring to early summer, followed by bright red fruit. It's perfect for using as groundcover or to fill gaps at the front of a border.

For best results grow Cornus canadensis in a sunny or partially shaded spot in moist, acidic soil. Propagate by dividion in spring.

Plant calendar

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Plantyesyesyesyesyes
Flowersyesyes
Fruitsyesyesyes
Divideyesyes

Cornus and wildlife

Cornus has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.

Is Cornus poisonous?

Cornus has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
Plants that go well with Cornus canadensis
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