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Pagoda Dogwood

Cornus Alternifolia Argentea

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Overview

Pagoda Dogwood (Cornus alternifolia 'Argentea') is a versatile, ornamental shrub reaching 15-25 ft high and wide. It features tiered branches with striking variegated leaves and clusters of small, starry white flowers in spring, followed by dark blue berries. Ideal for partial shade, this native offers stunning fall color. Hardy, it requires well-drained soil and regular watering. Zones 3-7. Perfect for adding texture and contrast to woodland gardens.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 3–7Type Shrub, TreeClimate Temperate
Pagoda Dogwood (Cornus Alternifolia Argentea) — starry white flowers in spring
Pagoda Dogwood (Cornus Alternifolia Argentea) — Ideal for partial shade, this native offers stunning fall colorPagoda Dogwood (Cornus Alternifolia Argentea) — Perfect for adding texture and contrast to woodland gardensPagoda Dogwood (Cornus Alternifolia Argentea) — Hardy, it requires well-drained soil and regular wateringPagoda Dogwood (Cornus Alternifolia Argentea) — Pagoda Dogwood (Cornus alternifolia 'Argentea') is a versatilePagoda Dogwood (Cornus Alternifolia Argentea) — followed by dark blue berriesPagoda Dogwood (Cornus Alternifolia Argentea) — ornamental shrub reaching 15-25 ft high and wide

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
3–7

Shape & size

Mature height
20–30 Ft.
Mature width
20–30 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub, Tree
Family
Cornaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Pagoda Dogwood (Cornus Alternifolia Argentea) — starry white flowers in spring
Pagoda Dogwood (Cornus Alternifolia Argentea) — Ideal for partial shade, this native offers stunning fall color
Pagoda Dogwood (Cornus Alternifolia Argentea) — Perfect for adding texture and contrast to woodland gardens
Pagoda Dogwood (Cornus Alternifolia Argentea) — Hardy, it requires well-drained soil and regular watering
Pagoda Dogwood (Cornus Alternifolia Argentea) — Pagoda Dogwood (Cornus alternifolia 'Argentea') is a versatile
Pagoda Dogwood (Cornus Alternifolia Argentea) — followed by dark blue berries
Pagoda Dogwood (Cornus Alternifolia Argentea) — ornamental shrub reaching 15-25 ft high and wide
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