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Cornus alba 'Spaethii'

Also Known As

  • Spaethii Tatarian Dogwood

Plant type

shrub, aquatic

size

  • H: 4'-6'
  • W: 4'-6'

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

Cornus alba 'Spaethii' plant details

Cornus alba 'Spaethii' is a broadleaf deciduous aquatic shrub with variegated foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by blue and white fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something for erosion control and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cornus alba 'Spaethii'

Plant type: aquatic shrub
Plant family: cornaceae
Foliage: deciduous variegated
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: basket weaving, cutting garden, distinctive bark, hedge

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cornus alba 'Spaethii'

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: erosion and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

?A superb form? (Hillier), this med-large, spreading shrub has showy bright-golden-variegated leaves and bright red winter twigs. S-PSh/M-W

Gardening facts about Cornus alba 'Spaethii' plant

How to Grow Cornus alba 'Spaethii'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • erosion control
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • birds
  • Fruit

    • white
    • blue
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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