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    CORNUS controversa 'Variegata'
    © Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only.
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© Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only. Cornus controversa ‘Variegata’, Clematis ‘General Sikorski’
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    CORNUS controversa 'Variegata'

    Commonly known as Giant dogwood, Wedding cake tree

     AWARD
    FLOWERING DOGWOODS

    Striking and very scarce slow growing variegated form with horizontal branching
     
    Plant Details
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    • Pests & Diseases
      Anthracnose.
    • Place of origin
      China, Himalayas, Japan.
    • Deciduous
      Leaves to 15cm (6in) long turn yellow in autumn.
    • Cream
    • Fully hardy
    • Silver variegated
    • Entire
    • Elliptic
    • Height
      8m (26ft)
    • Spread
      To 8m (26ft)
    • Tree
      Rounded tree with tiered branches. White flowers in flat heads to 18cm (7in) across followed by blue-black berries.
    • Hardy - cold winter
      Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
    • Spring Seasonal Interest
    • Summer Seasonal Interest
    • Rounded to broadly spreading
    • Mature Size
      8m (26ft)
      tree - guide for size not form Average Person
        to 8m (26ft)
       
    Planting Tips and Care Advice
    • Garden Location/Conditions
      Suitable for small gardens
    • Pruning group
      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.

    • Soil Conditions
      Fertile well drained soil
      Humus-rich
      Neutral to acid soil
    • Sun Requirements
      Full sun
      shelter from cold winds
      Partial shade
    Cornus Coloured Stemmed Dogswoods - Growing Guide
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