Flower colour
Flower style:
UmbelsFoliage colour
Foliage colour
Foliage style:
OvalSun
Partial shade
Shade
Well drained
Moist well drained
Moist
Aquatic
Bog/marginal
Hardiness
Zone
0
Plant size:
4-8m
4-8m
Cornus controversa 'Variegata'
Wedding Cake Tree
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Scientific family:
CornaceaeType:
TreeLifecycle:
DeciduousGarden style:
Cottage/informal or town/courtyardPosition:
Focal/architecturalSoil:
Loam, sand or chalkpH:
Acid or neutralAspect:
North, east, south or westExposure:
Exposed or shelteredMaintenance:
Little or no maintenanceTime to maturity:
20-50 yearsAwards:
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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