Cornus controversa Variegata

Flower colour

Flower style:
Umbels

Foliage colour

Foliage colour

Foliage style:
Oval

Sun

Partial shade

Shade

Well drained

Moist well drained

Moist

Aquatic

Bog/marginal

Hardiness

Zone
0
Plant size:
4-8m
Cornus controversa 'Variegata' (Wedding Cake Tree) Height: 400cm Spread: 400cm
4-8m
Graphical representation of Cornus controversa 'Variegata' (Wedding Cake Tree) Height: 400cm Spread: 400cm
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Cornus controversa 'Variegata'

Wedding Cake Tree
£12.49
3l pot
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Scientific family:
Cornaceae
Type:
Tree
Lifecycle:
Deciduous
Garden style:
Cottage/informal or town/courtyard
Position:
Focal/architectural
Soil:
Loam, sand or chalk
pH:
Acid or neutral
Aspect:
North, east, south or west
Exposure:
Exposed or sheltered
Maintenance:
Little or no maintenance
Time to maturity:
20-50 years
Awards:
AGM
Description:
Cornus controversa 'Variegata' or the Wedding Cake Tree, as it is commonly known, is a very decorative tree that grows to about 8 metres tall, so can be included in any medium- sized garden. Leaves are green with creamy-white margins that give the tree an airy appearance. Flowers resemble those of the Elderflower, with clusters of upright creamy- white umbels. Plant as a specimen, or focal point to really appreciate Cornus controversa 'Variegata's beauty.

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by plantify.co.uk
Last updated 19 Jun 2012
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