Cornus macrophylla

Cornus macrophylla is an unusual, handsome, multi-stemmed shrub or eventually very small tree with large, oval dark green leaves. Established plants have dense heads of white flowers in late summer followed by blueish-black fruit in autumn.bark is grey-brown once established.

A handsome specimen plant most suitable for a position in full sun with shelter from strong wind.

• Position: Full sun or light, dappled shade.
• Soil: Moist (but not waterlogged), fertile soil.
• Hardiness: Reasonably hardy
• Flowering Period: July - August.
• Flower Colour: White
• Rate of Growth: Moderate.
• Habit: Cornus macrophylla grows to be a large shrub or eventually small, often multi-stemmed branching tree.
  • Height: up to 4 - 5 m (13 - 16 ft)
  • Spread: 3 m (10 ft)