BlueBell Arboretum & Nursery

Mail order trees, shrubs, conifers and woody climbers

SOLD OUT: Available autumn 2012

Description

A native to parts of Greenland and Alaska, this is a beautiful carpeting shrub with white, 2 cm wide flower bracts in early summer. Cornus canadensis has lush-green leaves, pretty red and orange autumn colours and ornamental red fruit. Interestingly, a mild tea made from the roots has in the past been used to treat colic in infants.

Cornus canadensis is an unusual ground cover plant best suited for a moist, shady area.

Supplied Size: 2L containers

• Position: Dappled or partial shade.
• Soil: Moist but not overly wet, acidic soil.
• Hardiness: Hardy
• Flowering Period: June.
• Flower Colour: White
• Rate of Growth: Moderate.
• Habit: Ground cover plant forming a dense mat over time.
  • Height: Up to 15 cm (6 inches).
  • Spread: 75 - 100 cm (2 - 3 ft).