Cornus kousa chinensis
Dogwood
A beautiful small deciduous feature tree and is extremely showy when in bloom. What appear to be four petaled white flowers are actually bracts spread open below the cluster of inconspicuous yellow-green flowers. Flowering season is late spring, weeks after the tree puts on foliage again.
Uses
Due to colour, Dogwood makes a great feature tree for both flowering and foliage accent. Its shape is also good as a canopy tree.
Preferred Position & Soil
This tree will grow in a broad array of soil types, in a sunny position. Although humus rich soil is prefered it is not necessary for the soil to be well drained.
| Form | Round |
| Common Name | Dogwood |
| Family | Cornaceae |
| Mature Size | Height: 4-6 Width: 4m |
Categories
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Deciduous Having leaves that fall off or are shed seasonally to avoid adverse weather conditions such as cold or drought. |
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Specimen These are great selections for use as a feature tree due to size, shape, seasonal colour or knock-out attractiveness. |
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Tree-Feature Flower Trees with beautiful flowers or great flowering capabilities at certain times of the year. |
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Tree-Feature Foliage Trees whose main selling feature is attractive foliage all year round. |
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