Cornus alba ‘Verpaalen 03’ (NIGHTFALL)

Cornus alba ‘Verpaalen 03’ (NIGHTFALL) – Nursery Verpaalen vof Cornus alba ‘Verpaalen 03’ (NIGHTFALL) is a striking shrub with dark purple leaves that offers a colorful display in autumn.
In spring the leaves are dark green, which darkens during the year.
Especially on the underside, the leaves have a gray, felty haze which contrasts nicely with the dark plant.
In winter, the red branches stand out, keeping the plant attractive beyond the growing season.
The plant has upright growth, is hardy to -30°C, and can grow in both sun and partial shade.
‘Nightfall’ is suitable as a partition or hedge and as a background planting.
Regular pruning promotes the formation of new branches and enhances color contrast.
The plant grows up to 1.5 meters high and wide without pruning.
The plant was won by Harrie Verpaalen from Zundert and is protected by plant breeders’ rights.
Nursery Verpaalen vof from Zundert submitted this Cornus for the novelty inspection.