- Full Shade to Partial Shade (0 - 4 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Height 10 - 12 Feet
- Width 10 - 12 Feet
- Growing Zones 3-8
Gardeners hear about layering in the landscape all the time and Golden Shadows pagoda dogwood gets the job done. Dogwoods generally have strong horizontal branching and this one fills that role and more. It has gold and green variegated leaves to add to its beauty. Even in winter, the tree’s horizontal branching adds beauty to the landscape. Golden Shadows gets 10 to 12 feet tall and wide.
Golden Shadows is striking as a specimen or focal point in the landscape. It’s a perfect size, too, for planting under utility lines. In spring, it has lacy white flowers. In summer, attractive dark fruit forms and looks lovely next to the tree’s pink tinged leaves of fall. Pagoda dogwood (Cornus alternifolia) is deer resistant. If you look at the branches of this tree, you’ll note the leaves are alternative, which is described in its scientific name. Although pagoda dogwood is its common name, it is a North America native plant. Its common name pagoda reflects the tree growth pattern, which is similar to the shape of the Asian religious structures.
Golden Shadows® Pagoda Dogwood Care
Plant in light shade or morning sun. The hotter your climate, the more shade the tree will need. The plant has average water needs and does not require fertilizer. If you do want to add fertilizer, add a slow release fertilizer in the spring according to directions.
Pruning Golden Shadows dogwood is not necessary. But, if there should be an occasional reversion to all green leaves, you can cut out that branch. This is normal in many plants with variegated leaves.
Golden Shadows® Pagoda Dogwood Spacing
Take into account the mature height and width of this plant. Golden Shadows, like most pagoda dogwoods, will have a wide stance. Planting for its mature height and width reduces or eliminates any pruning duties. It could be used as a thriller in a large container for a season or two, but eventually the tree may need transplanting to the ground.
Golden Shadows® Pagoda Dogwood Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-8 |
| Plant Type: Shrub |
| Sunlight Exposure: Full Shade to Partial Shade |
| Mature Height: 10 - 12 Feet |
| Mature Width: 10 - 12 Feet |
| Plant Spacing: 10 - 12 Feet |
| Growth Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Green, White, Yellow |
| Seasonal Interest: Spring |
| Foliage Type: Deciduous |
| Foliage Color(s): Variegated Yellow and Green |
| Resists: Deer |
| Features: Deadheading Not Necessary, Foliage Interest, Low Maintenance, Native to North America |
| Uses: Landscape Specimen or Focal Point |
| Plant Brand: Proven Winners |
| Botanical/Scientific Name: Cornus alternifolia 'Wstackman' USPP 11,287 |
- SKU:
- CORGS
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Winter to Early Spring
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Summer
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Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
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