Kousa Or Japanese Dogwood

Cornus Kousa

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Overview

Cornus kousa, also known as Kousa Dogwood, is a small deciduous tree that typically grows 15-30 feet tall. It boasts a vase shape with horizontal branching, creating a distinctive silhouette. In late spring, it produces star-shaped white to pink flowers, followed by berry-like fruits relished by birds. The foliage turns vibrant red-purple in fall, adding seasonal interest. Prefers acidic, well-drained soil and part-to-full sun exposure. Hardy in zones 5-8.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–8Climate Temperate

Kousa Or Japanese Dogwood (Cornus Kousa) — Cornus kousa, also known as Kousa Dogwood, is a small deciduous tree that typically grows 15-30 feet tall

Kousa Or Japanese Dogwood (Cornus Kousa) — In late spring, it produces star-shaped white to pink flowers, followed by berry-like fruits relished by birds

Kousa Or Japanese Dogwood (Cornus Kousa) — It boasts a vase shape with horizontal branching, creating a distinctive silhouette

Kousa Or Japanese Dogwood (Cornus Kousa) — The foliage turns vibrant red-purple in fall, adding seasonal interest

Kousa Or Japanese Dogwood (Cornus Kousa) — Prefers acidic, well-drained soil and part-to-full sun exposure

Kousa Or Japanese Dogwood (Cornus Kousa) — scientifically known as Cornus kousa

Kousa Or Japanese Dogwood (Cornus Kousa) — ornamental tree that brings a striking elegance to any landscape design

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 5–8

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Cornaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Kousa Or Japanese Dogwood (Cornus Kousa) — Cornus kousa, also known as Kousa Dogwood, is a small deciduous tree that typically grows 15-30 feet tall

Kousa Or Japanese Dogwood (Cornus Kousa) — In late spring, it produces star-shaped white to pink flowers, followed by berry-like fruits relished by birds

Kousa Or Japanese Dogwood (Cornus Kousa) — It boasts a vase shape with horizontal branching, creating a distinctive silhouette

Kousa Or Japanese Dogwood (Cornus Kousa) — The foliage turns vibrant red-purple in fall, adding seasonal interest

Kousa Or Japanese Dogwood (Cornus Kousa) — Prefers acidic, well-drained soil and part-to-full sun exposure

Kousa Or Japanese Dogwood (Cornus Kousa) — scientifically known as Cornus kousa

Kousa Or Japanese Dogwood (Cornus Kousa) — ornamental tree that brings a striking elegance to any landscape design

Kousa Or Japanese Dogwood (Cornus Kousa) — this resilient species flourishes in USDA zones 5 through 8

Kousa Or Japanese Dogwood (Cornus Kousa) — Originating from East Asia

Kousa Or Japanese Dogwood (Cornus Kousa) — rounded silhouette.<br><br>This deciduous tree is celebrated for its vigorous multi-season interest

Kousa Or Japanese Dogwood (Cornus Kousa) — the Kousa Dogwood's true flowers

Kousa Or Japanese Dogwood (Cornus Kousa) — four-petaled white bracts that can sometimes exhibit a pink tinge

Kousa Or Japanese Dogwood (Cornus Kousa) — which are small and greenish-yellow

Kousa Or Japanese Dogwood (Cornus Kousa) — These prominent bracts appear in late spring to early summer, often after the leaves have fully unfurled

Kousa Or Japanese Dogwood (Cornus Kousa) — As the season transitions into late summer

Kousa Or Japanese Dogwood (Cornus Kousa) — its exfoliating bark peels back to reveal a mosaic of tan

Kousa Or Japanese Dogwood (Cornus Kousa) — adding visual interest in the winter months after the leaves have dropped.<br><br>For landscaping purposes

Kousa Or Japanese Dogwood (Cornus Kousa) — a well-drained soil with consistent moisture will support optimal tree health

Kousa Or Japanese Dogwood (Cornus Kousa) — where it can serve as a specimen plant or be grouped for a stunning floral display

Kousa Or Japanese Dogwood (Cornus Kousa) — white flowers in the garden

Kousa Or Japanese Dogwood (Cornus Kousa) — tree for full or half

Kousa Or Japanese Dogwood (Cornus Kousa) — tree with white blooms

Kousa Or Japanese Dogwood (Cornus Kousa) — It boasts a vase shape with horizontal branching, creating a distinctive silhouette; the Kousa Dogwood's true flowers

Kousa Or Japanese Dogwood (Cornus Kousa) — Cornus kousa, also known as Kousa Dogwood, is a small deciduous tree that typically grows 15-30 feet tall; the

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