Overview
Cornus macrophylla var. macrophylla is a bushy, matforming, suckering shrubs in the genus Cornus, part of the Cornaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Cornus macrophylla var. macrophylla grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6, H7. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens, flower borders and beds and hedging and screens.
About
Cornus macrophylla var. macrophylla is a deciduous shrub cultivar within the Cornus genus, known for its bushy, matforming, and suckering habit. It thrives in fertile, well-drained soil under full sun or partial shade and is hardy in UK zones H6 and H7. This cultivar is suitable for a variety of garden settings, including cottage and informal gardens, wildlife gardens, flower borders, and hedging. It flowers in spring and summer, contributing to seasonal interest, and can be propagated through semi-hardwood or hardwood cuttings, grafting, division, or layering.
About the genus
Cornus is a genus of about 30–60 species of woody plants in the family Cornaceae, commonly known as dogwoods or cornels, which can generally be distinguished by their blossoms, berries, and distinctive bark. Most are deciduous trees or shrubs, but a few species are nearly herbaceous perennial subshrubs, and some species are evergreen. Several species have small heads of inconspicuous flowers surrounded by an involucre of large, typically white petal-like bracts, while others have more open clusters of petal-bearing flowers.
Wikipedia contributors, "Cornus", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Cornus
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Cornus
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing, North-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6, H7
Plant details
Cornus macrophylla var. macrophylla size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy, Matforming, Suckering
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Flower borders and beds, Hedging and screens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Cornus macrophylla var. macrophylla
- Propagation
- Semi-hardwood cuttings, Hardwood cuttings, Grafting, Division, Layering
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to cornus anthracnose and honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Cornus macrophylla var. macrophylla?
Cornus macrophylla var. macrophylla prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Cornus macrophylla var. macrophylla need?
Cornus macrophylla var. macrophylla is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
Is Cornus macrophylla var. macrophylla hardy in the UK?
Cornus macrophylla var. macrophylla has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Cornus macrophylla var. macrophylla?
Semi-hardwood cuttings, Hardwood cuttings, Grafting, Division, Layering.
More in the Cornus genus
- Cornus florida 'Fastigiata'Flowering Dogwood
- Cornus kousa 'Tsukuba No Mine'Kousa Dogwood
- Cornus mas 'Kazanlak' (F)cornelian cherry 'Kasanlaker'
- Cornus sanguinea 'Midwinter Fire'Common dogwood
