Common Dogwood (cornus sanguinea)

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Bare-rooted trees available only between November and late April. Orders will only be dispatched during this period when the trees are not in active growth.

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10 Trees
25 Trees
100 Trees
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40-60cm
£1.68
£1.15
£0.84
£0.58
​£0.48
​Prices stated do not include delivery and V.A.T. which will be added at the checkout.
Growing Common Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea)
  • Native deciduous shrub (typically 2–4m tall, occasionally larger), ideal for wildlife gardens, mixed hedges, or natural planting.
  • Vibrant winter stem colour: young shoots turn bright red, providing striking seasonal interest after leaf fall.
  • Creamy-white flowers in early summer attract pollinators; black berries in autumn feed birds (thrushes, blackbirds).
  • Supports biodiversity: hosts numerous insects and moth caterpillars; excellent for hedgerows and woodland edges.
  • Highly adaptable: tolerant of wet soils, chalk, clay, shade, and exposed sites; low-maintenance and hardy.
Planting Guide
  • Best time: Bare-root November–March (dormant season); container-grown autumn or spring.
  • Location: Full sun (for best stem colour) to deep shade; moist to wet, well-drained soil (tolerates heavy clay, damp, or poor sites); suitable for hedges or mass planting.
  • Preparation: Dig hole twice root width; add organic matter to very poor soils.
  • Planting: Set at original depth (check soil mark on stem); firm in, water thoroughly, mulch base (keep clear of stem); space 50–100cm apart for hedges.
  • Aftercare: Water well first few years in dry spells; prune hard in early spring every 2–3 years for vivid stem colour (coppice to ground); minimal care otherwise; protect young plants from rabbits.
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