Dogwood Variegated

Brighten Your Landscape with Natural Texture and Contrast The variegated dogwood is one of the easiest ways to add year-round interest to your yard. Its soft green leaves, edged in creamy white, create a bright, layered look that stands out against fences, evergreens, and darker backdrops. Most gardeners use this plant for creating a loose, natural hedge along fences or property lines, where it fills in quickly and adds a softer, more organic look than tightly trimmed shrubs. It’s also commonly planted as a backdrop in garden beds, providing height and contrast behind lower plants like hostas, heather, or ornamental grasses. Many homeowners pair it with evergreens such as arborvitae or boxwood to break up solid green landscapes and add visual interest throughout the season. Details Botanical: Cornus a. 'Elegantissima'Classification: Deciduous ShrubBloom Time: Late Spring to SummerFragrant: YesFlower Color: WhiteFoliage Color:  Variegated Growth/ Care Average Size at Maturity:   6-8