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Winter Garden Spectacle

Add Vibrant Winter Colour with Cornus sanguinea 'Midwinter Fire'

Cornus sanguinea 'Midwinter Fire', also known as Dogwood, is renowned for its dazzling display of fiery stems that brighten the winter garden. This deciduous shrub belongs to the Cornaceae family and delivers a stunning transition of colours throughout the year.

• Winter: Coral pink to orange-red stems create a bold focal point, especially when other plants are dormant.
• Spring/Summer: Clusters of delicate ivory white flowers bloom in late spring to early summer, followed by blue-black berries that attract birds and pollinators.
• Autumn: Foliage turns soft yellow before falling, revealing the vibrant winter stems.

Growing Guide

• Sunlight: Prefers full sun for best stem colour but tolerates partial shade.
• Soil: Grows well in moist, well-drained soils; adapts to clay, loam, or sandy soils with neutral to slightly acidic pH.
• Hardiness: Fully hardy in the UK (USDA zones 5-8), tolerating cold winters without protection.

Planting & Care Tips

• Planting: Best planted between autumn and early spring while dormant. Space plants about 1.2–1.5m apart for optimal growth.
• Pruning: Cut back old stems in late winter or early spring to ground level to encourage new, colourful growth.
• Watering: Water regularly during dry spells, especially in the first year after planting.
• Feeding: Apply a balanced fertiliser in early spring for vigorous growth.

Design Ideas & Companion Plants

• 'Midwinter Fire' is ideal for mixed borders, winter interest beds, or as a striking specimen shrub.
• Pairs beautifully with evergreen shrubs like Sarcococca, Ilex, or ornamental grasses for year-round contrast.
• Create a mass planting for dramatic effect or use as part of a wildlife-friendly garden scheme.

FAQs

• When is the best time to plant Cornus 'Midwinter Fire'?
  The best time is between autumn and early spring while the plant is dormant.
• How fast does it grow?
  This shrub grows at a moderate rate, typically reaching mature size (up to 1.5m) within 3–5 years under good conditions.
• What type of soil does it prefer?
  Cornus 'Midwinter Fire' thrives in moist but well-drained soils and adapts to most garden soils, including clay and loam.