Cornus kousa

Kousa Dogwood

Tips for Homeowners:

Remove dead branches as they occur.

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This popular tree is grown for its flowers as a sure sign that spring is here, plus the vibrant fall foliage and fruit help to extend the season well into winter.

  • Showy white flower bracts
  • Horizontal branching
  • Pink to red fruit persists into winter

Needs a sheltered location. Best in eastern or central Kansas. 

Height: 15-30 ft
Spread: 15-30 ft
Zone: 5-8

Interesting Notes about Kousa Dogwood:

The blooms are made up of petal-like bracts that surround the greenish-yellow clusters which are the actual flowers.  The bracts are the showy part of the bloom period and will last at least 2-3 weeks in the spring. Glossy pink-red berries will follow, and these attract both birds and other wildlife.  Attractive, exfoliating bark on older trees in winter.


Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes:

  • Great Foliage
  • Fall Color
  • Focal Point
  • Winter Interest
  • Low Maintenance
  • Naturalizing
  • Mass Planting
  • Attractive fruit
  • Cut Flower/ Foliage
  • Specimen

Foliage Color:

  • Red
  • Purple
  • Green

Exposure:

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Sun

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Songbirds

Habit:

  • Upright

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Spring

Season of Interest (Foliage):

  • Fall

Soil Moisture:

  • Moist, Well-Drained