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CORNUS mas 'Variegata'
Commonly known as Cornel, Cornelian cherry
FLOWERING DOGWOODS
Conspicuous white margined leaves. An excellent variegated small tree
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to knowWildlife plant - insects
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Pests & DiseasesNone.
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Place of originEurope and western Asia.
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DeciduousLeaves to 10cm (4in) long turn purple and white in autumn.
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Yellow
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Fully hardy
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Silver
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Silver variegated
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Entire
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Ovate
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Height2.5m (8ft)
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Spread2m (6½ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightCompact with abundant fruit. Yellow flowers in small umbels to 2cm (¾in) across in late winter.
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Hardy - very cold winterHardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Rounded to broadly spreading
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Bee friendly
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Mature Size2.5m (8ft)
2m (6½ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Pruning group
Pruning group 1Suitable 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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Soil Conditions
Fertile well drained soilHumus richNeutral to acid soil
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Sun Requirements
Full sunshelter from cold windsPartial shade
Cornus (Flowering) - Growing Guide
Cornus Coloured Stemmed Dogswoods - Growing Guide