Cornus alba NIGHTFALL (PBR)

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Cornus alba ‘Nightfall’ (PBR) is a distinctive deciduous dogwood chosen for its unusually dark summer foliage and strong winter presence. Through the growing season, the leaves develop from deep green into rich purple-black tones, creating striking contrast in borders and contemporary planting schemes. As autumn passes, the foliage drops to expose vivid red stems that deliver bold colour and structure through winter. Occasionally producing small creamy flowers in late spring, this variety is fully hardy in UK conditions, thriving in moisture-retentive, well-drained soil in sun or partial shade. Its naturally upright habit and reliable performance make it an excellent choice for year-round interest with minimal maintenance.

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Key Features

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  • Shrubs
Flower Colour
Eventual Height
  • 1-1.5m
Flowering Month
  • June
Planting Position
  • Full sun
  • Part shade
Features
  • Deciduous

How to care for Cornus alba NIGHTFALL (PBR)

Light:
Full sun to partial shade (best stem colour in full sun).

Soil:
Moist, fertile soil; tolerates clay and damp conditions.

Water:
Water regularly while establishing; prefers consistently moist soil.

Pruning:
Prune hard in late winter or early spring to promote the strongest stem colour on new growth.

Hardiness:
Very hardy in temperate climates.

Feeding:
Apply a mulch or general-purpose fertiliser in spring.

Notes

Deciduous shrub with an upright, spreading habit.

Grown for its very dark purple to near-black winter stems, especially striking in low winter light.

Summer foliage is deep green, often darker than many other dogwoods.

Leaves turn reddish-purple in autumn before falling.

Excellent for dramatic winter contrast in borders and mixed plantings.

Low-maintenance and suitable for wildlife-friendly gardens.

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