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Variegated Dogwood Hedging Plants - Cornus Controversa Variegata

Original price Β£6.79 - Original price Β£263.79
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Variegated Dogwood (Cornus controversa 'Variegata'), also known as the Wedding Cake Tree, has tiered branches and cream-white variegated foliage. It brings structure and seasonal interest to borders, focal planting and naturalistic landscapes.

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Pot Grown (9 sizes)

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15-30cm Β· Pot Grown

5% off5–9 plantsΒ£6.46 each
10% off10–19 plantsΒ£6.12 each
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20% off50–99 plantsΒ£5.44 each
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Current price Β£6.79each

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15-30cm

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30-50cm Β· Pot Grown

5% off5–9 plantsΒ£15.01 each
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20% off50–99 plantsΒ£12.64 each
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Current price Β£15.79each

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30-50cm

Β£15.79 each

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50-70cm Β· Pot Grown

5% off5–9 plantsΒ£29.26 each
10% off10–19 plantsΒ£27.72 each
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20% off50–99 plantsΒ£24.64 each
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Current price Β£30.79each

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50-70cm

Β£30.79 each

Variegated Dogwood Hedging Plants - Cornus Controversa Variegata – 70-90cm, Pot Grown

70-90cm Β· Pot Grown

5% off5–9 plantsΒ£41.61 each
10% off10–19 plantsΒ£39.42 each
15% off20–49 plantsΒ£37.23 each
20% off50–99 plantsΒ£35.04 each
25% off100+ plantsΒ£32.85 each
Current price Β£43.79each

Variegated Dogwood Hedging Plants - Cornus Controversa Variegata – 70-90cm, Pot Grown

70-90cm

Β£43.79 each

Variegated Dogwood Hedging Plants - Cornus Controversa Variegata – 90-110cm, Pot Grown

90-110cm Β· Pot Grown

5% off5–9 plantsΒ£62.51 each
10% off10–19 plantsΒ£59.22 each
15% off20–49 plantsΒ£55.93 each
20% off50–99 plantsΒ£52.64 each
25% off100+ plantsΒ£49.35 each
Current price Β£65.79each

Variegated Dogwood Hedging Plants - Cornus Controversa Variegata – 90-110cm, Pot Grown

90-110cm

Β£65.79 each

Variegated Dogwood Hedging Plants - Cornus Controversa Variegata – 110-130cm, Pot Grown

110-130cm Β· Pot Grown

5% off5–9 plantsΒ£83.41 each
10% off10–19 plantsΒ£79.02 each
15% off20–49 plantsΒ£74.63 each
20% off50–99 plantsΒ£70.24 each
25% off100+ plantsΒ£65.85 each
Current price Β£87.79each

Variegated Dogwood Hedging Plants - Cornus Controversa Variegata – 110-130cm, Pot Grown

110-130cm

Β£87.79 each

Variegated Dogwood Hedging Plants - Cornus Controversa Variegata – 130-150cm, Pot Grown

130-150cm Β· Pot Grown

5% off5–9 plantsΒ£149.91 each
10% off10–19 plantsΒ£142.02 each
15% off20–49 plantsΒ£134.13 each
20% off50–99 plantsΒ£126.24 each
25% off100+ plantsΒ£118.35 each
Current price Β£157.79each

Variegated Dogwood Hedging Plants - Cornus Controversa Variegata – 130-150cm, Pot Grown

130-150cm

Β£157.79 each

Variegated Dogwood Hedging Plants - Cornus Controversa Variegata – 150-170cm, Pot Grown

150-170cm Β· Pot Grown

5% off5–9 plantsΒ£191.71 each
10% off10–19 plantsΒ£181.62 each
15% off20–49 plantsΒ£171.53 each
20% off50–99 plantsΒ£161.44 each
25% off100+ plantsΒ£151.35 each
Current price Β£201.79each

Variegated Dogwood Hedging Plants - Cornus Controversa Variegata – 150-170cm, Pot Grown

150-170cm

Β£201.79 each

Variegated Dogwood Hedging Plants - Cornus Controversa Variegata – 170-200cm, Pot Grown

170-200cm Β· Pot Grown

5% off5–9 plantsΒ£250.61 each
10% off10–19 plantsΒ£237.42 each
15% off20–49 plantsΒ£224.23 each
20% off50–99 plantsΒ£211.04 each
25% off100+ plantsΒ£197.85 each
Current price Β£263.79each

Variegated Dogwood Hedging Plants - Cornus Controversa Variegata – 170-200cm, Pot Grown

170-200cm

Β£263.79 each

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Full Description

Cornus controversa 'Variegata' (The Wedding Cake Tree) is a stunning, low-maintenance ornamental tree that offers year-round beauty. With its tiered branches, variegated foliage, and wildlife-friendly features, it’s perfect for focal points, medium-sized gardens, and sophisticated planting schemes.

Cornus controversa 'Variegata' - The Wedding Cake Tree

Cornus controversa 'Variegata', also known as the Wedding Cake Tree, is a stunning ornamental tree that adds elegance and structure to any garden. Renowned for its striking tiered branches, variegated foliage, and delicate summer flowers, this small tree provides year-round interest. Hardy and slow-growing, Cornus controversa 'Variegata' thrives in UK gardens, making it a perfect choice for focal points, borders, or naturalistic landscapes.
Features of Cornus controversa 'Variegata'
This beautiful tree features graceful, horizontally layered branches that give it its nickname, the Wedding Cake Tree. In spring, its ovate leaves emerge with a striking cream-white variegation, contrasting elegantly with the green centres. During early summer, clusters of small, creamy-white flowers bloom, attracting pollinators and adding a delicate touch. By autumn, the foliage turns soft shades of yellow, while small black berries form, providing food for birds. This tree reaches a mature height of 6-10 metres, making it ideal for medium to large gardens.
Benefits for Nature
Cornus controversa 'Variegata' supports wildlife by attracting bees and butterflies to its summer flowers and providing food for birds with its berries. Its layered branches also create natural shelter and nesting sites, enhancing biodiversity in the garden.
Landscaping and Design Appeal
The tiered, architectural form of Cornus controversa 'Variegata' makes it a striking feature tree. It works beautifully as a focal point in lawns, borders, or mixed planting schemes. Its variegated leaves add brightness and contrast, especially when paired with darker foliage plants or evergreens. This tree is a must-have for creating a sophisticated and timeless look in any garden design.
Preferred Conditions
Cornus controversa 'Variegata' thrives in well-drained, fertile soils and adapts to loamy, sandy, or clay types. It prefers a position in partial shade, where its variegated leaves are protected from scorching sunlight. While hardy and low-maintenance, regular watering during dry spells helps ensure healthy growth, particularly during the establishment phase. Minimal pruning is required to maintain its natural tiered shape.
Fun Fact
Cornus controversa 'Variegata' earned its common name, the Wedding Cake Tree, due to its distinctive layered growth habit, which resembles the tiers of a traditional wedding cake.
Summary
Cornus controversa 'Variegata' (The Wedding Cake Tree) is a stunning, low-maintenance ornamental tree that offers year-round beauty. With its tiered branches, variegated foliage, and wildlife-friendly features, it’s perfect for focal points, medium-sized gardens, and sophisticated planting schemes.
Disclaimer
Please note that Cornus controversa 'Variegata' plants may vary in appearance by season and maturity. Regular watering during establishment and occasional care will ensure its long-term health and beauty.
Planting and care

Planting information by size and root type:
Pot Grown β€” 15-30cm, 30-50cm, 50-70cm, 70-90cm: For forming a hedgerow it is recommended you plant 3-6 plants of this size per linear meter.
Pot Grown β€” 90-110cm, 110-130cm, 130-150cm: For forming a hedgerow it is recommended you plant 2-4 plants of this size per linear meter.
Pot Grown β€” 150-170cm, 170-200cm: For forming a hedgerow it is recommended you plant 1-3 plants of this size per linear meter.

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Root Type: Pot Grown.

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Delivery method by size and root type:
Pot Grown β€” 15-30cm, 30-50cm, 50-70cm: Box Delivery
Pot Grown β€” 70-90cm, 90-110cm, 110-130cm, 130-150cm, 150-170cm, 170-200cm: Pallet Delivery

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Important information

No specific poisoning hazard was identified for this plant in the sources reviewed. The berries remain ornamental and should not be eaten.

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