Cornus kousa
Kousa or Japanese Dogwood
Description
Cornus kousa is a deciduous tree that grows 12'-40' tall and 12'-35' wide. In the spring, dark green leaves appear and in the fall, the leaves turn red. It likes well drained, average to rich organic matter with moist soil. It likes half shade to full sun and medium watering. There are white flowers and red fruit in late spring.
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Adjust your irrigation controller frequently as weather changes. Plants need much less water in spring and fall than during mid-summer.
Call the Lawn Watering Infoline at 541-774-2460 for up-to-date sprinkling times.