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Dogwood, Kousa Chinensis 6-7'

$25999

Kousa Chinensis Dogwood
Cornus kousa

  • Height: Typically 15–20 feet tall in Michigan’s cooler climate
  • Spread: Approximately 15–20 feet wide
  • Spacing: Plant 15–20 feet apart for a balanced, elegant display
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Deciduous

Description

Kousa Chinensis Dogwood delivers a stunning statement with its rounded, polished form and layered branches that burst into a profusion of white spring bracts. As the season unfolds, the tree produces clusters of attractive pinkish fruits that are delightfully sweet-tart—perfect for enjoying fresh, or for transforming into jellies and preserves. Although self-fertile, this dogwood yields a more abundant crop when cross-pollinated with another compatible specimen. With its compact stature tailored to Michigan’s cooler climate, this tree adds a refined and inspiring accent to any landscape, offering year-round interest from its vivid spring blooms to its subtly shifting fall foliage.

General Care

  • Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to partial shade, requiring at least 6 hours of direct light daily for optimum blooming and fruiting.
  • Watering: Water regularly after planting to establish a healthy root system; once established, occasional watering during extended dry periods
  • Mulching: Apply a 2–3 inch layer of mulch around the base to help conserve moisture and stabilize soil temperatures; keep mulch slightly away from the trunk to ensure proper airflow.
  • Pruning: Prune in late winter or early spring to remove any dead or crossing branches and to maintain its tidy, polished structure.

Kousa Chinensis Dogwood brings a refined blend of ornamental beauty and delicious, edible fruit to Michigan landscapes, creating a refreshing and inspiring focal point that stands out throughout the seasons.