Cornus alba 'Elegantissima Variegata' |
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Dogwood, Variegated Tatarian |
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.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
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:
Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.