Cornus Midwinter Fire

Cornus sanguinea Midwinter Fire is a striking variety of dogwood known for its vibrant colour that adds warmth to the winter landscape. The stems of this variety transition from an orange-yellow at the base to a deep red at the tips, creating a fiery effect. In late spring, small, fragrant white flowers appear, attracting butterflies, followed by clusters of dark purple berries at the end of summer and early autumn, which attract birds.

It is a versatile shrub as it can be used in a variety of garden settings. It is perfect for adding a splash of winter colour to borders, and can be extremely effective when used in mass plantings and mixed borders. This dogwood variety thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers organically rich, moist, and free-draining soil. It is a hardy plant that can withstand colder temperatures.

Cornus sanguinea Midwinter Fire is a vigorous grower, reaching heights of up to 2m. The best colour appears on new growth, so some pruning may be necessary.