Variegated Dogwood vs Aldara Hazelnut - TreeTime.ca

Variegated Dogwood vs Aldara Hazelnut

Cornus alba argenteo-marginata

Corylus heterophylla Het 3

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Variegated Dogwood
Aldara Hazelnut

Variegated Dogwood is a small shrub that is often used in the first row of a shelterbelt, as a hedge, or for soil stabilization projects. It has the same distinctive red bark, white flowers, and berries as Red Osier Dogwood.

The key difference between the two is the leaves. Where Red Osier's leaves are green throughout, Variegated Dogwood has a white outline around each leaf, giving this shrub a distinctive look.

Aldara Hazelnut is a northern hybrid selection noted for its superior nut quality, disease resistance, and cold hardiness.

It is great for attracting wildlife with the added bonus of edible nuts that can be eaten fresh or used in baking. Pair with another Aldara or Andrew Hazelnut for cross pollination to occur.

Aldara and Andrew Hazelnut are currently the hardiest and most reliable nut varieties available for the Canadian prairies.

Note: You want more than one hazelnut to improve yields.

Variegated Dogwood Quick Facts

Aldara Hazelnut Quick Facts

Zone: 3a
Zone: 4a
Height: 2.7 m (9 ft)
Height: 2.7 m (9 ft)
Spread: 2.1 m (7 ft)
Spread: 2.4 m (8 ft)
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: partial shade
Moisture: any
Moisture: normal
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: medium
Life span: medium
Life span: medium
Suckering: medium
Suckering: low
Maintenance: medium


Foliage: variegated white edges
Nuts: medium, 1.5cm diameter
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: yes
Catkins: no
Catkins: yes


Other Names: tatarian dogwood