Cornus alba 'Kesselringii'

Asia.

White dogwood 'Kesselringii' is an upright and vigorous growing shrub. It usually reaches a height of 3 - 5 m and is approx. 3 - 5 m wide. It usually grows 40 - 50 cm per year.

The deciduous leaves of the White dogwood 'Kesselringii's are dark green, ovate and opposite. They are about 4 - 8 cm in size. Bronze-coloured shoots. White dogwood 'Kesselringii' turns bright yellow in autumn.

Black bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

The white flowers of White dogwood 'Kesselringii' appear in umbels from May to June.

The white, round fruits of Cornus alba 'Kesselringii' are particularly decorative. These appear from September.

Cornus alba 'Kesselringii' is a shallow-rooting plant and, depending on the soil, forms densely branched roots.

Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

The White dogwood 'Kesselringii' has good frost hardiness.

Normal soil.

Ornamental shrub

The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

To maintain the intensive bark colouring in winter, all shoots older than three years are removed in spring before budding. If the entire shrub is old and withered, it is best to cut it back completely 10 to 20 cm above the ground.

Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).