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Cornus alternifolia 'Argentea'

Family Cornaceae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   3a - 7b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H3   Australia:   1  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 3 - 4.5 m (10 - 15 ft)
Spread 3.5 - 6 m (11 - 20 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic

Description This splendid flowering tree transforms your yard when it is in bloom. The tree Cornus alternifolia 'Argentea' (pagoda dogwood) bears showy, white and fragrant blooms during late spring to early summer. The showy foliage is variegated and light olive green and white in colour. Cornus alternifolia 'Argentea' (pagoda dogwood) bears showy and deep blue fruit.
Typical Uses Accent, naturalization and woodland.
Special Characteristics Birds and butterflies are attracted to Cornus alternifolia 'Argentea' .