Cornus eric 'Gennett'

Common Name:
Dogwood – Cornus 'Eric Gennett'

Description:
Cornus 'Eric Gennett' is a refined and elegant deciduous flowering dogwood celebrated for its large white flowers, rich green foliage, and graceful upright growth habit. Flowering in late spring, this variety produces an abundance of creamy-white bracts that create a showy and uplifting display. Its foliage emerges fresh green, providing a lush summer canopy before transitioning to vibrant red and purple autumn tones, adding long-season interest to any landscape. ‘Eric Gennett’ thrives in Melbourne’s temperate climate, favouring a position in full sun to part shade with moist, well-drained soil. It’s best used as a feature or specimen tree, adding structure and colour to garden beds, lawn areas, or woodland-inspired designs. Appreciated for its moderate size, it fits well into both traditional and contemporary landscapes.

Form:
Tree – Small
Tree – Medium

Mature Size:
Height: 5–6 m
Width: 3–4 m

Aspect:
Full Sun
Part Shade

Flowering:
Flowers in Spring

Flower Colour:
White
Cream

Key Attributes:
Spectacular Flower Display
Autumn Foliage Colour
Deciduous
Cold Hardy
Low Maintenance
Suitable for Feature Planting
Bird Attracting

Toxicity:
Non-toxic to humans and animals

Companion Plants:
Cercis canadensis ‘Forest Pansy’
Magnolia x soulangeana
Cornus kousa ‘Satomi’
Hydrangea quercifolia
Helleborus orientalis