Dogwood, Variegated Redtwig
Dogwood, Variegated Redtwig
Cornus alba 'Elegantissima', a distinguished Tatarian Dogwood cultivar, emerges as a horticultural masterpiece of extraordinary botanical sophistication, flourishing across its robust Zone 2-8 hardiness range with unparalleled seasonal drama. This exceptional specimen presents a living architectural element defined by its most captivating features – variegated leaves that create a nuanced chromatic backdrop, complemented by attractive berries and a stunning autumn color display that transforms the landscape. As winter descends, the cultivar reveals its most dramatic feature – showy red stems that provide extraordinary visual interest during the most dormant season, creating a living sculpture of remarkable resilience and beauty. Demonstrating exceptional environmental hardiness, 'Elegantissima' offers landscape designers and gardening enthusiasts a versatile specimen that combines structural integrity, chromatic sophistication, and extraordinary aesthetic potential in a singularly impressive form that brings depth, color, and botanical refinement to curated landscape spaces.