Variegated Cornelian Cherry Dogwood typically starts flowering in late March or early April.
Variegated Cornelian Cherry Dogwood
Cornus mas 'Variegata'
Also Known As - Cornelian cherryVariegated Cornelian Cherry Dogwood is an amazing plant species with a stunning, eye-catching variegation. The dark green leaves are highlighted with white/yellow edges, giving a mesmerising effect. During the spring it is covered in clusters of tiny, yellow flowers, followed by bright red fruit in the summer. This deciduous, winter hardy shrub is a fast growing and makes a great addition to any garden. Its compact growing habit and easy maintenance, makes it ideal for any garden, from small spaces to larger landscapes products. This low maintenance plant is sure to add year-round beauty to your garden.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Greenwood Cuttings,Greenwood Cuttings
Hardiness Zone:
6
Flowers:
Yellow Flowers In Spring
Sun:
full sun,part shade
Soil:
Well-drained
Fruits:
Fruits In Summer Ready In Fall
Edible:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,yellow,white
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Maintenance:
Low
watering
Variegated Cornelian Cherry Dogwoods should be watered regularly. During the summer months, they should be watered once per week, making sure to drench the soil and allow it to dry out slightly between waterings. During the winter when the plant is dormant, water every 4-6 weeks. It's important to always check the top few inches of soil before watering to make sure it is dry. The plant should never sit in water for extended periods of time, as it may cause root rot. When laying mulch down around the plant, leave a few inches around the base of the trunk for proper air flow.
sunlight
Variegated Cornelian Cherry Dogwood (Cornus mas 'Variegata') thrive in full sun to light shade and should receive a minimum of 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. They generally prefer a sunny spot with some protection from the hot afternoon sun for the best flowering and growth. If planting in a partially shaded area, provide at least 4 hours of direct sun each day.
pruning
Variegated Cornelian Cherry Dogwood should be pruned lightly each year, just after flowering in early spring. This is best done with sharp hand pruners or shears, removing only dead, diseased, or damaged branches. To keep a natural shape to the tree, prune back any branches that appear to be growing too long or out of shape along with any suckers from the base of the trunk. Keeping the canopy open will ensure that the gorgeous variegated foliage is able to receive proper sunlight. When pruning Variegated Cornelian Cherry Dogwood, it is important to remove male flowers from the tree early in the spring so that the berries are not produced.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Harvest Fruit
The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Cornus mas 'Variegata' is in July and August.
