Green Osier,Pagoda Dogwood. A vigorous tree or multi-stemmed shrub with, spreading, tiered branches. Mid-green leaves, margined white, turn red and purple in autumn. Small white flowers are followed by blue-black berries. Max Height 3m. Max Spread 2.5m. Flowers May to June. Fruits July. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Cornus alternifolia ‘Argentea’
A vigorous tree or multi-stemmed shrub with, spreading, tiered branches. Mid-green leaves, margined white, turn red and purple in autumn. Small white flowers are followed by blue-black berries.
Additional information
| Generic | Cornus |
|---|---|
| Species | alternifolia |
| Varietry | 'Argentea' |
| Common Name | Green Osier, Pagoda Dogwood |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 3m |
| Family | Cornaceae |
| Spread | 2.5m |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, white |
| Flowers From | May, June |
| Colour Fruit | blue, black |
| Fruits When | July |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border, Specimen |
| Toxicity | |
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