Cornus controversa - Cultivation Notes
The hardy Tree cornus prefer neutral / acid fertile soils and full sun or part shade. Avoid pruning unless shaping tree.
Strengths, Weaknesses & Design Usage
Strengths of Cornus controversa:
- Attractive autumn colour
- Ideal for fast growing screening
- Architectural plant – ideal as a ‘stand out’ plant
- Attractive form or foliage for all year interest
- Tolerates heavy clay soils
Weaknesses of Cornus controversa
- Will not tolerate exposed, cold or hot and sunny locations
Design & Plant Use for Cornus controversa:
- Ideal flowering shrub for problem clay soils
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