Kousa Dogwood
The Kousa Dogwood is a stunning ornamental tree that produces strawberry-like fruits with a mild, sweet taste. Reaching 15-25 feet tall and wide, this tree thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained, slightly acidic soil. With its beautiful white spring flowers, attractive red fruits in late summer, and vibrant fall foliage, it adds year-round interest to the landscape.
Latin Name: Cornus kousa
Type: Tree
Family: Cornaceae
Native Range: Japan, Korea, China, Taiwan
Zone: 5 to 8
Height: 15 to 30 feet
Spread: 15 to 30 feet
Bloom Time: May to June
Bloom Description: White to pinkish (bracts)
Sun: Full sun to part shade
Water: Medium
Locally grown in Jamaica Plain by Twig Daddy.
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