Harlow Carr

Cornus alba 'Aurea'

Review Notes: A Siberian and Korean shrub, this is very vigorous and eventually makes a large plant if not pruned regularly. Hard pruning helps to rejuvenate plants and replace old, dull stems with brightly coloured young growth. The species has fine, red stems in autumn and winter, but is too vigorous for many gardens. Garden varieties are more restrained, and 'Aurea' is one of the best, combining winter colour with the soft greenish-yellow of its foliage in summer. To get the benefit of both, cut down one third of stems each spring. Likes full sun, partial shade. Soil type is well-drained/light, Clay/heavy, Chalky/alkaline. Height: 300cm, Spread: 400cm. Time to take cuttings: November to February. The Royal Horticultural Society has given it the Award of Garden Merit (AGM).	Plant Type:- Shrub Flowering Period:- May to Jun

Suppliers for this Plant: Do you supply this plant? Get Listed Email: ask@ideasforgardens.com	Gardens : Where to see this Plant: RHS Garden Harlow Carr, Crag Lane, Harrogate HG3 1QB, UK Gardens open to the public. Do you grow this plant? Get Listed Email: ask@ideasforgardens.com
Photographer:- Laurie Pickering, UK (Nikon Coolpix 8700 Digital Camera) Copyright: Laurie Pickering Photo Date: 2 October 2008

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