Cornus controversa ‘Variegata’
Wedding Cake Tree - Variegated
A breathtaking variegated form of the Wedding Cake Tree! Green leaves with thick white margins cover horizontal branches spring and summer before turning yellow in fall. Small creamy-white flower clusters can be seen in late spring followed by purple-black fruits in late summer/fall. Grows 25′ high and wide.
Additional information
| Exposure | Filtered Light, Part Sun |
|---|---|
| Tags | variegated |
| Zone | 6 |
Origin
Parentage unknown. Originated from Japan in the mid-1800s. Introduced by Veitch Nurseries of England in 1889.
Special Notes
Exposure: Part Sun or all day indirect/filtered light. Protected from the hot mid-day sun.
Soil: Well workable, moist but well draining slightly acidic soil. Dislikes heavy clay soils.
Maintenance: Selective pruning as needed, can be done in the spring right after the flowers finish. Do not trim summer or afterwards as, you will be removing next springs flower buds.
