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Cornus nuttallii 'Eddiei'

Also Known As

  • Gold Spot Pacific Dogwood

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 18'-25'
  • W: 15'-20'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Cornus nuttallii 'Eddiei' plant details

Cornus nuttallii 'Eddiei' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with gold, green and variegated foliage. In fall and spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cornus nuttallii 'Eddiei'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: cornaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 15 FT - 20 FT - wide, 18 FT - 25 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall and spring
Uses: rare, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cornus nuttallii 'Eddiei'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An unusual and especially showy form of the western flowering dogwood whose older leaves are splashed and spotted with yellow. PSh/M/GDr

Gardening facts about Cornus nuttallii 'Eddiei' plant

How to Grow Cornus nuttallii 'Eddiei'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • gold
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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