Cornus sericea 'Variegata'

Also Known As

Variegata Redtwig Dogwood

Plant type

aquatic

size

H: 8'
W: 8'

planting zones

3a-8b

Cornus sericea 'Variegata' plant details

Cornus sericea 'Variegata' is a broadleaf deciduous aquatic with variegated foliage. In spring flowers emerge. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something for erosion control and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cornus sericea 'Variegata'

Plant type: aquatic
Plant family: cornaceae
Foliage: deciduous variegated
Mature size: 8 FT wide, 8 FT tall
Uses: distinctive bark, hedge, red stems

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cornus sericea 'Variegata'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Stay "native" & still enjoy the added sparkle of creamy-white summer leaf varieg as well as well as red winter twigs with this more-subdued, but still handsome & so-useful shrub dogwood, alone or for massing. S-PSh/M-W