AWARD

CORNUS mas 'Variegata'

Commonly known as Cornel, Cornelian cherry

FLOWERING DOGWOODS

Conspicuous white margined leaves. An excellent variegated small tree
Further Reading....
  • Deciduous
    Leaves to 10cm (4in) long turn purple and white in autumn.
  • Yellow
  • Height
    2.5m (8ft)
  • Spread
    2m (6½ft)
  • Medium shrub
    Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
    Compact with abundant fruit. Yellow flowers in small umbels to 2cm (¾in) across in late winter.
  • Hardy - very cold winter
    Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
  • Full sun
    shelter from cold winds
  • Partial shade

CORNUS mas 'Variegata'

 

 

  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Wildlife plant - insects
    Pests & Diseases
    None.
    Place of origin
    Europe and western Asia.
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf Colour (if not green)
    Silver
    Silver variegated
  • Leaf margin
    Entire
    (see photos above)
  • Leaf shape
    Ovate
    (see photos above)
  • 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.

  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Spring
    Winter
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile well drained soil
    Humus rich
    Neutral to acid soil
  • Tree Shape
    Rounded to broadly spreading
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
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2.5m (8ft)
Medium Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
  2m (6½ft)
 

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