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Cornus alba 'Elegantissima Variegata'

Variegated Tatarian Dogwood

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Description

Growing to an average height of 5", the shrub produces white flowers in late spring, which are followed by blue-white berry and variegated leaves. It may be effectively combined with berberis, buddleia, cotoneaster, hydrangea, juniper, potentilla, rosea spirea, syringa, viburnum, and wiegala.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6', 6-12'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Grey Green, Variegated

Bark Color

Brown, Green, Red

Fruit Color

Blue

Fruit Season

Summer

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Meadow, Ranch, Woodland

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Background, Foundation, Lawn

Special Uses

Hedge, Screen, Mass Planting, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust will also break down and improve the soil.