Cornus alternifolia 'Argentea'
Common Name: "Variegated pagoda dogwood"
Type: Deciduous tree or multi-stemmed shrub Family: Cornaceae Hardiness Zone: 4-8 Sunlight: Semi-shade Exposure: Exposed or sheltered Soil: Fertile, humus-rich Moisture: Well-drained, moist Plant Height x Width: 20' x 20' Leaf: Handsome tiered branches with green leaves and white margins Flower: White, flat cymes Bloom Time: Spring Bloom Size: 2" wide Maintenance: Provide consistent moisture and mulch root zone Landscape use: Plant as specimen around residential properties, works well with dark colours of conifers Pest and Disease: Susceptible to leaf spot, twig and leaf blights, root rot and canker Native Range: Straight species native to Eastern North America Planting Instructions: Best performance occurs in cool summer climates Propagation: Softwood cuttings Deer and Rabbit Tolerance: Tolerates deer |