Variegated Cornelian Cherry Dogwood
Cornus mas 'Variegata'
Overview
Variegated Cornelian Cherry Dogwood is an amazing plant species with a stunning, eye-catching variegation. The dark green leaves are highlighted with white/yellow edges, giving a mesmerising effect. During the spring it is covered in clusters of tiny, yellow flowers, followed by bright red fruit in the summer. This deciduous, winter hardy shrub is a fast growing and makes a great addition to any garden. Its compact growing habit and easy maintenance, makes it ideal for any garden, from small spaces to larger landscapes products. This low maintenance plant is sure to add year-round beauty to your garden.
Care Guide
Watering
Variegated Cornelian Cherry Dogwoods should be watered regularly. During the summer months, they should be watered once per week, making sure to drench the soil and allow it to dry out slightly between waterings. During the winter when the plant is dormant, water every 4-6 weeks. It's important to always check the top few inches of soil before watering to make sure it is dry. The plant should never sit in water for extended periods of time, as it may cause root rot. When laying mulch down around the plant, leave a few inches around the base of the trunk for proper air flow.
Light
Variegated Cornelian Cherry Dogwood (Cornus mas 'Variegata') thrive in full sun to light shade and should receive a minimum of 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. They generally prefer a sunny spot with some protection from the hot afternoon sun for the best flowering and growth. If planting in a partially shaded area, provide at least 4 hours of direct sun each day.
Soil
Well-drained
Temperature
Hardiness zone 6-6.
Pruning
Variegated Cornelian Cherry Dogwood should be pruned lightly each year, just after flowering in early spring. This is best done with sharp hand pruners or shears, removing only dead, diseased, or damaged branches. To keep a natural shape to the tree, prune back any branches that appear to be growing too long or out of shape along with any suckers from the base of the trunk. Keeping the canopy open will ensure that the gorgeous variegated foliage is able to receive proper sunlight. When pruning Variegated Cornelian Cherry Dogwood, it is important to remove male flowers from the tree early in the spring so that the berries are not produced.
Propagation
Seed Propagation, Greenwood Cuttings, Greenwood Cuttings
Uses & Symbolism
Attracts: Birds.
Diseases & Pests
Common pests: Anthracnose, Nematodes, Root rot, Scale insects, Stem borer insects, Thrips, Deer resistant, Drought resistant .
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