GardenWizzPlant Care Card

Dogwood

Cornus sanguinea · Shrub

Hardiness

H6 Hardy — very cold winter (to −15 to −20°C)

Position

Full sun, Partial shade

Height × Spread

2–6 m × —

Soil

Moist but well-drained; light, often alkaline soils

Flowering

—

Toxicity

No specific toxicity is listed by the RHS. This is not a guarantee of safety — check with a vet or the ASPCA before pets or children eat any plant.

The Gardening Year

🪴 Plant out

✂️ Prune

Honey fungus: Improve drainage and avoid planting in soil previously infected with honey fungus.

Phytophthora root rot: Ensure well-drained soil and avoid overwatering to prevent root suffocation.

Horse chestnut scale: Scrape off visible scales in winter and encourage natural predators like ladybirds.

Vine weevil: Check pots for grubs before planting and use biological controls if infested.

Slugs and snails: Use physical barriers like copper tape or beer traps to protect new growth.