Cornus kousa var. chinensis

Dogwood - Kousa

Cornus kousa var. chinensis becomes covered with white flowers in June, followed by showy pendulous red fruit that attracts birds. Fall color is a showy deep red, and exfoliating bark on mature plants adds to winter interest.

Height

30 Feet

Spread

25 Feet

Bloom Color

White

USDA Hardiness Zone

Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes

•	Cut Branches
•	Fall Color - Attractive
•	Fruit - Edible
•	Fruit - Ornamental

Winter Interest

•

Bark

Soil Conditions

•

Average

Bloom Time

•

Summer

Exposure

•	Partial Shade/Shade Tolerant
•	Sun

Attracts Wildlife

•	Food Source for Wildlife

Tree Type

•	Ornamental (<30')

Foliage Color

•

Green

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