The deciduous shrub Cornus sanguinea 'Midwinter Fire' (bloodtwig dogwood) bears showy, white and fragrant blossoms during late spring to mid summer. The glossy foliage is medium green in colour and medium in texture. Cornus sanguinea 'Midwinter Fire' (bloodtwig dogwood) yields showy fruit. This plant has showy, multi-coloured and smooth bark. A specimen plant, Cornus sanguinea 'Midwinter Fire' (bloodtwig dogwood) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses
Border, hedge, mass planting, specimen and screening.
Special Characteristics
Birds and butterflies are attracted to Cornus sanguinea 'Midwinter Fire' . In autumn, Cornus sanguinea 'Midwinter Fire' is alight with fall colour, and in winter it provides winter interest.
Cautions
With its fast growth rate, Cornus sanguinea 'Midwinter Fire' (bloodtwig dogwood) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner. Be advised that Cornus sanguinea 'Midwinter Fire' (bloodtwig dogwood) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control.
