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Kousa Dogwood 1.5-2" cal B&B

Kousa Dogwood 1.5-2" cal B&B

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Cornus kousa - Single Stem Information Page
Cornus kousa - Single Stem

Cornus kousa - Single Stem

Description

The Cornus kousa, commonly known as Kousa Dogwood, is a deciduous tree that is prized for its beautiful, star-shaped blooms and attractive fall foliage. This single-stem variety offers a clean, elegant silhouette, making it a stunning focal point in any garden.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for use as a specimen tree in gardens and landscapes. It can also be planted in small groups for a more dramatic effect. Suitable for urban gardens due to its moderate size and adaptability.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Cornus kousa - Single Stem
  • Common Name Common Name: Kousa Dogwood
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 15-30 feet tall, 15-25 feet wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 5-8
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes, attracts bees and butterflies
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: No, prefers ground planting
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Moderately
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Yes, suitable for arrangements
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Azaleas, Rhododendrons, and Hostas

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in spring or fall
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers acidic to neutral, loamy soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates average humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter to early spring to maintain shape
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch base to protect roots in colder climates
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery container
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Protect from strong winds to prevent branch damage
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