Flowering Dogwood Tree Cornus China Girl | White Spring Flowers | UK Hardy

Cornus 'China Girl' - Stunning Flowering Dogwood

Create a spectacular spring display with Cornus 'China Girl'. This beautiful deciduous dogwood produces an abundance of large, showy white bracts (modified leaves) in late spring, creating a stunning floral display. The elegant flowers are followed by attractive red fruits in autumn, while the foliage turns rich shades of red and purple before falling, providing multi-season interest.

Key Features

• Stunning White Flowers: Large, showy white bracts create a spectacular display in May-June
• Attractive Fruits: Red strawberry-like fruits in autumn provide food for birds
• Brilliant Autumn Colour: Leaves turn rich red and purple shades before falling
• Multi-Season Interest: Beautiful in spring, summer, and autumn
• Compact Size: Ideal for small to medium-sized gardens
• Wildlife Friendly: Flowers attract pollinators, fruits feed birds
• Hardy: Reliable and easy to grow in UK gardens

Growing Information

Ultimate Height: 4-6m
Ultimate Spread: 3-4m
Growth Rate: Moderate
Position: Full sun to partial shade, sheltered from cold winds
Soil: Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil
Hardiness: Fully hardy (H5)

Planting & Care

Plant in spring or autumn in moist, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Choose a sheltered position in full sun or partial shade. Cornus prefer slightly acidic to neutral soil. Water regularly during the first growing season and during dry spells. Mulch around the base with organic matter to retain moisture and keep roots cool. Feed with a balanced fertiliser in spring. Minimal pruning required - only remove dead or damaged branches after flowering if necessary.

Perfect For

• Specimen planting as a garden focal point
• Small to medium-sized gardens
• Woodland gardens and naturalistic planting
• Mixed borders with spring interest
• Wildlife-friendly gardens
• Creating multi-season displays
• Contemporary and traditional garden designs

Why Choose Cornus 'China Girl'?

Cornus 'China Girl' is prized for its spectacular spring flower display and excellent multi-season interest. The large white bracts create a stunning show in late spring, while the autumn fruits and foliage colour extend the season of interest. It's a reliable, hardy choice for UK gardens that provides beauty throughout the growing season while supporting local wildlife.

Available at Stoneybrook Nursery, Lancashire - Quality flowering trees for UK gardens.