Description
Cornus controversa ‘Variegata’ tree grows to form distinct layers with each new year of growth, giving the tree a tiered effect and its common name wedding cake tree.
This slow growing specimen tree grows to form distinct layers with each new year of growth, giving the tree a tiered effect that is evident from a young age. This is a variegated form, with attractive cream to white margined leaves appearing in spring accompanied by a pink blush that gradually dulls.
The flowers are creamy in colour and hang in clusters from the tree.
