Cornus sericea 'Flaviramea'

North America.

Red osier dogwood 'Flaviramea' is an upright and spreading shrub. It usually reaches a height of 1.5 - 3 m and is approx. 1.5 - 3 m wide. It usually grows 30 - 50 cm per year.

The deciduous leaves of the Red osier dogwood 'Flaviramea's are medium green, lanceolate and opposite. They are about 5 - 10 cm in size. Red osier dogwood 'Flaviramea' turns bright red in autumn.

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

The creamy white flowers of Red osier dogwood 'Flaviramea' appear in umbrella clusters in May.

The white, round fruits of Cornus sericea 'Flaviramea' are particularly decorative.

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

Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

The Red osier dogwood 'Flaviramea' has good frost hardiness.

No special requirements.

Ornamental shrub, hedge

The plant has a medium water requirement.

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).

- Fertilise: In the period from March to April
- Watering: In the period from May to September
- Pruning: In the period from January to March.