variegated dogwood tree
The variegated dogwood tree, also known as Cornus controversa variegata or the "Wedding Cake Tree," is a breathtaking ornamental tree beloved for its elegant, tiered branching and striking cream-edged, green foliage. Highly prized by New Zealand gardeners, this unique dogwood brings a touch of architecture and visual interest to gardens, courtyards, and landscape designs. In spring, clusters of creamy-white flowers cover the branches, followed by delicate blue-black fruit in autumn that attracts native birds. Its graceful, layered branches give a wedding-cake effect, making it a true statement piece for any garden.
Cornus controversa variegata
Cornus controversa variegata, commonly referred to as the Wedding Cake Tree, features tiered branches that bear leaves that are variegated cream and green. The foliage retains this colouring until autumn, when yellow tones develop before the leaves fall. It typically grows to 6 m tall and 4 m wide and is usually trimmed to enhance the shape. Cornus controversa variegata makes an excellent specimen tree and is ideal for including in a mixed planting, using in avenue plantings, or planting to border an entranceway.
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- Suited to regions:
All regions - Plant type:
Trees - Height:
6.00 m - Spread:
4.00 m - Flowering time:
Summer - Tolerances:
Hardy - Garden uses:
Living areas, Parks, Specimen - Garden styles:
Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
