Variegated Siberian Dogwood

A variegated form of SIberian dogwood, Cornus alba Sibirica Variegata shares the stunning winter stems of the species, but is more attractive in summer. A medium-sized, suckering, deciduous shrub, it forms a clump of slender stems which show vivid red in winter. The leaves are attractively variegated, and turn crimson in autumn before they fall. The stems of Cornus alba Sibirica colour best in full sun, and colour is most striking on younger stems, so stems should be cut back to the ground regularly (half the stems each year). Variegated Siberian dogwood holds the RHS Award of Garden Merit.

Site: Tolerates exposure
Soils: Well-drained neutral to acid soil
Position: Full sun or partial shade
Season of interest: All year
Hardiness: Very hardy
Height to 8 (2.5m) Spread to 8 (2.5m)