Call us: 0800 843 752Free shipping for orders $150 or over
Gift Vouchers

Cornus florida Purple Glory

Cornus florida Purple Glory, Cornus Purple Glory

Cornus florida Purple Glory features leaves that emerge pink-purple in spring, age to become mid-purple, then develop impressive dark red and black tones in autumn before falling. The foliage is complemented with masses of showy, pink flowers in spring which literally coat the tree just as the foliage is borne. It grows with a broad and somewhat pyramidal shape to about 4 m tall and 3 m wide. Cornus Purple Glory makes for an excellent specimen tree and is great for including in a mixed planting, growing as a specimen, using in an avenue planting, or planting to border an entrance.

cornus-purple-glory-
cornus-purple-glory-2
cornus-purple-glory-1

Cornus florida Purple Glory is currently unavailable, but we do have other other amazing species and varieties of Cornus available.

explore them here

Why? Our plants are subject to seasonality and high-demand. Please contact us if you would like to know when it becomes available again.

Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Trees
Height:4.00 m
Spread:3.00 m
Flowering time:Spring
Tolerances:Hardy
Garden uses:Avenues, Living areas, Parks, Specimen
Garden styles:Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asCornus florida Purple Glory, Cornus Purple Glory

Cornus florida Purple Glory Details

Cornus florida Purple Glory is grown for its lovely flowering, attractive form, and colourful foliage. Leaves emerge pink-purple in spring, age to become mid-purple, then develop impressive dark red and black tones in autumn before falling. The foliage is complemented with masses of showy, pink flowers in spring which literally coat the tree just as the foliage is borne. It grows with a broad and somewhat pyramidal shape to about 4 m tall and 3 m wide, and can be trimmed as necessary. Best results with this small tree are achieved when it is planted in full sun on a well-drained, semi-sheltered site. It is tolerant of frost, cool climates, and short periods of dry. Cornus Purple Glory makes for an excellent specimen tree and is great for including in a mixed planting, growing as a specimen, using in an avenue planting, or planting to border an entrance. With some trimming it is also well suited to planting around an outdoor living area.

Questions and Answers

Have a question about Cornus florida Purple Glory? We are here to help.

More species and varieties of Cornus

cornus-alba-sibirica-4
Most Popular

Cornus alba Sibirica

Cornus alba Sibirica, commonly known as The Siberian Dogwood, is a deciduous shrub renowned for its red stems which are most prominent during winter...

From$34.20
cornus-controversa-1
Most Popular

Cornus controversa

Cornus controversa, commonly known as the Giant Dogwood, is a medium-sized, deciduous tree that features lush foliage that emerges mid-green in...

From$464.78
cornus-spring-song-1
Most Popular

Cornus florida Spring Song

Cornus florida Spring Song is a deciduous shrub grown for its colourful flowering in spring. At this time, masses of showy, rose-pink flowers are...

From$361.97
cornus-cloud-9-
Most Popular

Cornus Cloud 9

Cornus florida Cloud 9 produces masses of showy, single, white flowers through spring which are followed by clusters of red fruit in autumn. The...

From$260.65

Popular Deciduous Trees

magnolia-felix-2
Most Popular

Magnolia Felix

Magnolia Felix is a deciduous tree that bears masses of large and showy, semi-double, rose-pink flowers through late winter and spring. The fragrant...

From$464.78
acer-tamukeyama-1
Most Popular

Acer palmatum dissectum Tamukeyama

Acer palmatum dissectum Tamukeyama is a variety of Japanese Maple that features a rich display of colourful, weeping foliage. The finely cut leaves...

From$333.66
ginkgo-jade-butterflies-
Most Popular

Ginkgo Jade Butterflies

Ginkgo Jade Butterflies is a smaller variety of Ginkgo biloba and is grown for its showy and colourful foliage. This deciduous tree has distinctive...

From$361.97
cornus-controversa-variegata-3
Most Popular

Cornus controversa variegata

Cornus controversa variegata, commonly referred to as the Wedding Cake Tree, features tiered branches that bear leaves that are variegated cream and...

From$361.97
Sign up to receive a free $10 Voucher You won’t be bombarded with emails, just titbits of quality information from time to time Sign up
Free shipping on orders over $150!

Join our community of happy customers.

4.9

411 Google reviews