Cornus alternifolia 'Argentea'

Also Known As

Pagoda Dogwood

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 12'-15'
W: 10'-20'

planting zones

4a-9b

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Cornus alternifolia 'Argentea' plant details

Cornus alternifolia 'Argentea' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green, variegated and white foliage. In summer cream and white flowers emerge followed by black and blue fruit. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cornus alternifolia 'Argentea'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: cornaceae
Foliage: deciduous green, variegated and white
Mature size: 10 FT - 20 FT - wide, 12 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and white blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cornus alternifolia 'Argentea'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This small shrubby dogwood grows to 12' x 10 ' and has small white margined green leaves. The overall effect is of a white wedding cake. The foliage grows in tiers. Flowers and fruit are in small clusters.

By: Gossler Farms

This delightful multi-tiered shrub/tree stays small growing to just 10-15'. Its dainty foliage is medium-green brightly edged with white and its small white flowers in spring become showy purple-black fruit in summer. The pretty, bright-pink fall color is a joy as well! This exceptional specimen really lights up a garden. S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

Green & white variegated leaves, lacy white flowers, layered branching, burgundy-red fall color. Zones 4-9.

By: Lael's Moon Garden

Hillier calls this one of the best silver variegated shrubs. The small tree will get to perhaps 8' with small leaves ringed in white in summer and pink in fall. zone 3