Cornus alba Elegantissima

Name: Cornus alba Elegantissima
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 13304o
Price: 260.65 NZD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (1 reviews)

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Cornus alba Elegantissima is a deciduous shrub grown for its variegated foliage and colourful stems. The leaves emerge green with a white margin in spring and are held densely. They develop gold, apricot and red tones in autumn before falling to leave behind the vibrant and aesthetic, red stems. It typically grows to 3 m tall and the same wide. Cornus Elegantissima is a great choice for mixed plantings, using as backdrop for smaller plants, growing for winter colour, or planting around outdoor living areas.

Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	3.00 m
Spread:	3.00 m
Flowering time:	Spring, Summer
Tolerances:	Hardy
Garden uses:	Hedging, Living areas
Garden styles:	Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Red-Twig Dogwood, Elegantissima Dogwood, Cornus Elegantissima, Cornus Elegantissima Dogwood, Cornus a Elegantissima, Elegantissima Red Twig Dogwood, Alba Elegantissima, Elegantissima Cornus alba

Cornus alba Elegantissima Details

Cornus alba Elegantissima is a deciduous shrub grown for its variegated foliage and colourful stems. The leaves emerge green with a white margin in spring and are held densely. They develop gold, apricot and red tones in autumn before falling to leave behind the vibrant and aesthetic, red stems. Cream-white flowers are borne from spring through summer and are followed by small, white berries in autumn. It typically grows to 3 m tall and the same wide though can be trimmed as necessary. Best performance with this shrub is achieved when it is grown in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. It is tolerant of frost, cool climates, and short periods of dry. Cornus Elegantissima is a great choice for mixed plantings, using as backdrop for smaller plants, growing for winter colour, or planting around outdoor living areas.