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Cornus capitata
Himalayan Dogwood, Evergreen Dogwood
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| Description | This is a small bushy evergreen or large shrub growing to around 8 metres in ideal conditions. Foliage is leathery and dark green in colour. Flowers are prolific and small-to-medium in size, surrounded by four large buttery yellow petal-like bracts. It also produces fleshy, red strawberry-like fruits that are attractive to birdlife. It makes a lovely ornamental feature with a spreading habit, forming an attractive low canopy. | ||
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Evergreen
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| Form |
Shrub
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| Mature Size | 8 x 4m | ||
| Uses | This is a very pretty tree that can be used as a feature. At 8m tall, it is suitable for residential landscaping. | ||
| Position & Soil | This species grows best in a lime free soil that is well-drained. Suits full sun to part shade position. It has a low tolerance of heat and humidity, so it is more suitable to cooler climates. | ||
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