Davidia involucrata 'Lady Dahlia'

Also Known As

Davidia 'Lady Dahlia'
Lady Dahlia Dove Tree

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'
W: 3'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Davidia involucrata 'Lady Dahlia' plant details

Davidia involucrata 'Lady Dahlia' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with chartreuse, green and variegated foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Davidia involucrata 'Lady Dahlia'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: nyssaceae
Foliage: deciduous chartreuse, green and variegated
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 6 FT tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, rare, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Davidia involucrata 'Lady Dahlia'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Incredibly rare, this fabulous cultivar of the dove tree features a striking chartreuse mid-rib surrounded by a deep-green perimeter. The variegation is bright in spring before deepening to a more restrained green on green for summer. The toothed, heart-shaped foliage is so pretty it makes waiting so long for this tree to bloom worth the wait! The dramatic white bracts that Davidia are famous for will eventually appear in May-June, looking much like doves perched in the tree. Slow-growing to 20-30', a very unique and choice specimen. S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

Excellent serrated leaves that come to a dramatic sharp point. Flowers are white and hang like a handkerchief. They also resemble a dove sitting on the branches - hence the name.

By: Garden World

Very limited. The foliage is the typical jagged edge of Davidia involucrata, but the margins are broad and deep green. The center of the leaf will be golden yellow. We first saw this plant 8 years ago and were impressed and of course wanted the plant. WOW!