Botanical profile

Cornus alba 'Ivory Halo'

Latin name
Cornus alba 'Ivory Halo'
Common name
Variegated Dogwood 'Ivory Halo'
Type
Shrub
Family
Dogwood family

Cornus alba 'Ivory Halo' is a compact and highly ornamental shrub, prized for its elegant variegated foliage and excellent four-season interest. It develops a dense, rounded, and well-branched habit, ideal for small gardens, mass plantings, borders, and low hedges. Its dark green deciduous foliage is finely edged with ivory white, bringing a refined brightness from spring to autumn. In winter, its bright red young stems take over and create a spectacular contrast with the snow, extending the visual interest off-season. Very hardy and perfectly adapted to Quebec conditions, Cornus alba 'Ivory Halo' is easy to grow, tolerates fresh to moist soils well, and is an excellent choice for structuring the garden with elegance and color.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 2–7
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Watering
Regular watering
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke at planting.
Soil type
Tolerant, fresh to moist
Minimum temperature
'-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
White
Fruiting
Small decorative white berries
Foliage color
Green variegated with white
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Dwarf
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
1.2 to 1.5 m (4 to 5 feet)
Width
1.5 m (5 feet)
Growth rate
fast
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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