How to Prune common dogwood?
For colourful stems or large foliage, prune hard to a low framework. Let young plants establish for one to two years first. Prune in late winter or spring, before or as new growth starts.
common dogwood · Pruning
common dogwood · Cornus sanguinea
Also known as: blood twig; catteridge tree; common cornel; dog cherry; dog tree; dogberry; gadrise; gattar tree; gatten tree; houndberry tree; pegwood; prick timber; prickwood; skewer wood; swamp dogwood
Will grow in most soil conditions in sun or partial shade. For more information see winter stem colour cultivation or flowering dogwood cultivation
Watering: Deep watering during dry spells, allowing slight surface drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sun · Partial shadeInformation to be completed