Dogwood, Redtwig Ivory Halo

Cornus alba 'Ivory Halo'

Bright, variegated summer foliage plus red winter stems give make this dogwood a favorite. Ivory Halo features pronounced creamy white variegation on the soft green leaves. Small creamy white flowers in late spring are followed by clusters of bluish white fruit that birds relish. Stems are blood red in the winter, providing welcome color during a drab time of year. Young stems develop the most vivid red colors, so old, thick canes should be pruned to the ground periodically. Easy to grow, but do try to avoid overhead watering. Gorgeous planted in small groups for its brightening effect and winter stem color.