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Summer Fun Kousa Dogwood-Stunning Variegated Foliage-Pollinator Friendly 8/10' h B&B

Summer Fun Kousa Dogwood-Stunning Variegated Foliage-Pollinator Friendly 8/10' h B&B

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Cornus kousa 'Summer Fun' - Single Stem

Cornus kousa 'Summer Fun' - Single Stem

Description

Cornus kousa 'Summer Fun' is a stunning deciduous tree known for its variegated foliage and elegant white bracts that appear in late spring. The leaves are edged in creamy white, providing a striking contrast to the green centers. In autumn, the foliage turns a beautiful mix of pink and red, adding seasonal interest.

Suggested Uses

This plant is ideal for use as a specimen tree in gardens, borders, or as part of a mixed shrubbery. Its attractive foliage and flowers make it a great choice for adding visual interest throughout the growing season.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Cornus kousa 'Summer Fun' - Single Stem
  • Common Name Common Name: 'Summer Fun' Kousa Dogwood
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: Typically reaches 15-20 feet tall and 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: 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: Yes, when young
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Moderately
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Azaleas, Rhododendrons, and other shade-loving plants

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil, ensuring the root ball is level with the ground
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers acidic to neutral, well-drained soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates average humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter to early spring to maintain shape and remove dead branches
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch around the base to protect roots in colder climates
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as the nursery pot
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Protect from strong winds to prevent leaf scorch
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