Cornus Kousa China Girl

Common name: Flowering Dogwood

Botanical name: Cornus Kousa China Girl

Categories:  Small Trees, shrubs

Flowering: Early Summer for 6-8 weeks

Fruit: Inedible strawberry like fruit in autumn after a hot summer

Autumn: The leaves turn to fiery shades of red and orange in autumn before falling.

Height: Up to 5m

Spread: 3-5m

Care: This is a very hardy deciduous tree. Requires minimal pruning. Plant in well drained humus rich soil, Full sun or partial shade. Sheltered position. Does not thrive in alkaline soil.

Margaret's Tip:

This small tree is famous for its elegance and beauty. Plant it in a sheletered position but where it is very visible. It is a very interesting tree for most of the season and will bring plenty of colour to your garden. It is ideal for a small garden.