tatarian dogwood
Cornus alba 'Argenteomarginata'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Cutting,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Division,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 7
Flowers:
Yellowish-white Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,cream,white
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Water Tatarian dogwood deeply and infrequently to encourage strong root system development. Water your Tatarian Dogwood once a week during the first growing season to establish good growth. During the drier months, water at least once per month if there is no rainfall. If your area is particularly dry, water your Tatarian Dogwood every 2 weeks during the summer months. This will keep the soil moist throughout the season.
sunlight
Tatarian dogwood (Cornus alba 'Argenteomarginata') can tolerate full or partial sun, but does best with at least 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight on most days. During the peak of summer, it may require some shade during the afternoon to avoid sunburns. During the winter, some shade can help prevent the leaf burning caused by bright and cold sunlight. In general, it grows best in an area with morning sun and afternoon shade.
pruning
Tatarian dogwood (Cornus alba 'Argenteomarginata') should be pruned in late winter or early spring. This plant benefits from selective pruning to thin out old branches and to encourage the growth of young, vigorous stems. Pruning should be done slowly and carefully, removing no more than 1-third of the total growth in any single year. This will help maintain the natural shape and size of the plant while promoting a healthier, more attractive form.
