Cornus alternifolia Variegata

Flower colour

Flower style:
Star shaped

Foliage colour

Foliage style:
Medium

Sun

Partial shade

Shade

Well drained

Moist well drained

Moist

Aquatic

Bog/marginal

Hardiness

Zone
0
Plant size:
2.5m
Cornus alternifolia 'Variegata' (Pagoda dogwood, 'Argentea') Height: 250cm Spread: 300cm
3m
Graphical representation of Cornus alternifolia 'Variegata' (Pagoda dogwood, 'Argentea') Height: 250cm Spread: 300cm
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Cornus alternifolia 'Variegata'

Pagoda dogwood, 'Argentea'
Scientific family:
Cornaceae
Type:
Shrub
Lifecycle:
Deciduous
Garden style:
Town/courtyard, seaside, Japanese or formal
Position:
Focal/architectural
Characteristics:
Autumn colour
Soil:
Clay, loam or sand
pH:
Acid, alkaline or neutral
Aspect:
East, south or west
Exposure:
Exposed or sheltered
Growth rate:
Average
Shape:
Spreading/creeping
Maintenance:
Little or no maintenance
Additional use:
Cut flowers
Time to maturity:
5-10 years
Awards:
AGM
Description:
Tiered branches make Cornus alternifolia 'Vareigata' very architectural. It is typically grown as a large shrub or small tree. Small cream coloured flowers are produced in early summer and followed by blue-black fruits. Beautiful autumn colour also. Also known as Cornus alternifolia 'Argentea'.

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