Overview
Cornus sanguinea 'Anny's Winter Orange' is a tree in the genus Cornus, part of the Cornaceae family. It typically grows around 3.0 m tall. Cornus sanguinea 'Anny's Winter Orange' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. It is native to Belgium, Brussels-Capital Region, Flemish Region, Walloon Region, Flanders and Grand Duchy of Luxembourg.
About
Cornus sanguinea, the common dogwood or bloody dogwood, is a species of dogwood native to most of Europe and western Asia, from England and central Scotland east to the Caspian Sea. It is widely grown as an ornamental plant.
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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.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Cornus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Cornus sanguinea 'Anny's Winter Orange' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Tree
- Height
- 3.0 m
- Native to
- Belgium, Brussels-Capital Region, Flemish Region, Walloon Region, Flanders, Grand Duchy of Luxembourg
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Cornus sanguinea 'Anny's Winter Orange'?
Cornus sanguinea 'Anny's Winter Orange' prefers full sun.
What soil does Cornus sanguinea 'Anny's Winter Orange' need?
Cornus sanguinea 'Anny's Winter Orange' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Cornus sanguinea 'Anny's Winter Orange' grow?
Cornus sanguinea 'Anny's Winter Orange' reaches a height of 3.0 m.
Is Cornus sanguinea 'Anny's Winter Orange' hardy in the UK?
Cornus sanguinea 'Anny's Winter Orange' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
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
