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CORNUS alternifolia 'Argentea'
Commonly known as Green osier, Pagoda dogwood
FLOWERING DOGWOODS
One of the very best silver variegated shrubs which is sadly slow growing and difficult to propagate
Small
£27.50 each
Large
£70.00 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes - Click to close
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Good to know
The tiered effect can be accentuated by summer pruning sideshoots from the branches. -
Pests & Diseases
Anthracnose -
Place of origin
Eastern North America -
DeciduousWhite-margined leaves to 8cm (3in) long.
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Fully hardy
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Silver variegated
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Entire
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Elliptic
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Ovate
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Height
3m (10ft) -
Spread
2.5m (8ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
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Tall ShrubShrub or small tree with spreading, tiered branches. Produces small flowerheads to 5cm (2in) across followed by pea-sized blue-black fruit.
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Tolerates all
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Full sun
Shelter from cold winds -
Partial shade
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Rounded to broadly spreading
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Mature Size3m (10ft)
2.5m (8ft)
View Planting Tips and Care Advice
Cornus (Flowering) - Growing Guide
Cornus Coloured Stemmed Dogswoods - Growing Guide
