Cornus alba 'Elegantissima' | Variegated Red Twig Dogwood
DESCRIPTION
Cornus alba 'Elegantissima', also known as the variegated red twig dogwood, is a deciduous shrub valued for its vibrant stems and attractive foliage. The leaves are green with irregular creamy-white margins, creating a bright and elegant appearance throughout the growing season. In late spring to early summer, small clusters of creamy-white flowers bloom, adding a soft touch of color. These are followed by bluish-white berries in late summer, which attract birds and provide additional interest.
Native to eastern Asia, 'Elegantissima' is also well-known for its winter appeal when its bright red stems stand out dramatically against the bare landscape or snow. This multi-season shrub is a versatile choice for mixed borders, hedgerows, or as a focal point in the winter garden, offering year-round interest and texture.
DESCRIPTION
Cornus alba 'Elegantissima', also known as the variegated red twig dogwood, is a deciduous shrub valued for its vibrant stems and attractive foliage. The leaves are green with irregular creamy-white margins, creating a bright and elegant appearance throughout the growing season. In late spring to early summer, small clusters of creamy-white flowers bloom, adding a soft touch of color. These are followed by bluish-white berries in late summer, which attract birds and provide additional interest.
Native to eastern Asia, 'Elegantissima' is also well-known for its winter appeal when its bright red stems stand out dramatically against the bare landscape or snow. This multi-season shrub is a versatile choice for mixed borders, hedgerows, or as a focal point in the winter garden, offering year-round interest and texture.
DESCRIPTION
Cornus alba 'Elegantissima', also known as the variegated red twig dogwood, is a deciduous shrub valued for its vibrant stems and attractive foliage. The leaves are green with irregular creamy-white margins, creating a bright and elegant appearance throughout the growing season. In late spring to early summer, small clusters of creamy-white flowers bloom, adding a soft touch of color. These are followed by bluish-white berries in late summer, which attract birds and provide additional interest.
Native to eastern Asia, 'Elegantissima' is also well-known for its winter appeal when its bright red stems stand out dramatically against the bare landscape or snow. This multi-season shrub is a versatile choice for mixed borders, hedgerows, or as a focal point in the winter garden, offering year-round interest and texture.
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Family: Cornaceae
Height: 6–8 feet
Width: 6–8 feet
Foliage Color: Green leaves with creamy white variegation
Flower Color: Creamy white flowers
Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water Requirements: Moderate
Maintenance: Low; prune in late winter to remove old stems
Growing Zone: USDA Zones 3–7
Wildlife Attractors: Birds, attracted to its white to bluish berries in late summer and fall, and pollinators visit the flowers in spring
