Cornus alba 'Aurea'
Cornus alba 'Aurea' is a highly decorative ornamental shrub, prized for its bright yellow foliage and distinct seasonal interest. It forms a dense, rounded shrub, ideal for borders, informal hedges, and structured landscape designs. Its vibrant golden-yellow deciduous foliage brightens the garden from spring to summer, before taking on warmer hues in autumn. In winter, its bright red stems take over and offer a striking contrast with the snow, ensuring year-round decorative appeal. Very hardy and perfectly adapted to Quebec's conditions, Cornus alba 'Aurea' is easy to cultivate, tolerates a wide variety of soils, and is an excellent choice for bringing color, structure, and dynamism to the garden.
Care guide
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The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.
