Cornus kousa var. chinensis

Description

Cornus kousa var. chinensis – White Chinese Dogwood

HEIGHT: 3.0-4.0m

 WIDTH: 4.0m

*height & width at maturity

FORM: Vase shape becoming rounded, multi-stemmed

FOLIAGE: Oval, dark green leaves become a showy orangey red in autumn

 FLOWERS and FRUIT: White bracts appear in spring. Pinkish red edible fruits appear in summer

 BARK: Mottled grey and tan bark exfoliates on mature trees

 GROWTH RATE: Moderate to fast

 DESCRIPTION: Due to colour, Dogwood makes a great feature tree for both flowering and foliage accent. Its shape is also good as a canopy tree.

 LANDSCAPE USES: Feature, mass planting, shrubby border

 TOLERANCES: This tree will grow in a broad variety of soil types. Although humus rich soil is preferred it is not necessary for the soil to be well drained. Prefers a full sun to part shade position. Leaf scorch can occur in sites with full sun combined with hot winds.

 TREE CARE: Appreciates regular watering during summer. No serious insect or disease problems.