Cornus sericea ‘Flaviramea’ - The bright yellow dogwood for all year round
Cornus sericea ‘Flaviramea’, also known as yellowwood dogwood, is a versatile and impressive addition to any garden. This deciduous shrub is particularly popular for its striking, golden-yellow bark, which provides vibrant colour accents, especially in winter. While many plants lose their leaves in the cold season and the garden can appear dull, the yellowwood dogwood attracts everyone's attention with its bright bark.
Growth and appearance
Cornus sericea ‘Flaviramea’ grows into a broad, spreading shrub and reaches a height of around 2 to 2.5 metres. Its growth is loosely branched and shrub-like, giving it an elegant and natural appearance. The young shoots in particular are an intense yellow colour, which is particularly striking on sunny winter days in combination with snow or frost.
In spring, the fresh, green leaves sprout, which later in the year form a beautiful contrast to the yellow bark. In early summer, the shrub adorns itself with small white flowers arranged in flat umbels. These delicate flowers attract numerous insects and lend the garden additional vibrancy. In autumn, the yellowwood dogwood impresses with intense foliage colouring in shades of yellow and orange, turning the shrub into a veritable firework of colour.
Location and care
The yellowwood dogwood is a robust and undemanding plant that thrives in many different locations. A sunny to semi-shady spot in the garden is ideal. The soil should be moist but well-drained, as waterlogging should be avoided. The shrub tolerates both light shade and full sun, with the intense colouring of the bark coming into its own particularly well in bright locations.
A major advantage of Cornus sericea ‘Flaviramea’ is its tolerance to pruning. Regular pruning in spring promotes dense growth and ensures that the bark remains particularly intensely coloured in the following years. Especially in combination with other shrubs or perennials, the yellowwood dogwood can be used in a variety of ways, for example in mixed borders or as part of a free-growing hedge.
Harmonious planting combinations
The yellow dogwood harmonises particularly well with a variety of companion plants that complement its characteristic colours and structures. Ornamental grasses or evergreen shrubs form an interesting contrast to the golden-yellow bark. In natural gardens, it offers an attractive change of colour, while in formal gardens it impresses with its clear structure. Cornus sericea ‘Flaviramea’ can also create accents in combination with flowering perennials in both summer and winter, adding visual depth and variety to the garden.
A colourful highlight for every season
Cornus sericea ‘Flaviramea’ is a true all-rounder for your garden.
Its golden yellow bark makes it an eye-catcher in winter, while its flowers in summer and intense autumn colours provide variety. Thanks to its low-maintenance nature and adaptability to different locations, the yellowwood dogwood is an ideal choice for anyone who wants to bring colour and structure to the garden all year round. Whether as a solitary plant or in combination with other woody plants, this shrub offers an impressive sight all year round.
