Cornus kousa - Japanese Dogwood | Ornamental Flowering Tree
Cornus kousa - Japanese Dogwood | Ornamental Flowering Tree
Cornus kousa — Japanese Dogwood | Large Specimen Tree
Transform your garden with this spectacular four-season ornamental tree. The Japanese Dogwood is celebrated for its stunning display of white flower bracts in early summer, vibrant autumn foliage in shades of crimson and purple, and attractive strawberry-like fruits. This elegant deciduous tree offers exceptional year-round interest and architectural beauty.
Key Features
- Spectacular white flower bracts create a stunning display in early summer
- Vibrant autumn colour with brilliant crimson and purple foliage
- Ornamental strawberry-like fruits add late-season interest
- Elegant tiered branching structure provides architectural form
- Four-season interest makes it a valuable garden investment
Growing Conditions
Thrives in partial shade to full sun in moist well-drained slightly acidic soil. The elegant horizontal branching creates a distinctive layered appearance that becomes more pronounced with age. Perfect as a specimen tree in lawns, mixed borders, or woodland gardens.
Planting and Care
Plant in a sheltered position with protection from harsh winds and late frosts. Water regularly during establishment and dry spells. Mulch annually with organic matter to maintain soil acidity and moisture levels. Minimal pruning required beyond removing dead or damaged wood.
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Planting Instructions
Plant in a sheltered position in partial shade to full sun in moist well-drained slightly acidic soil. Avoid chalk or alkaline conditions. Dig a generous hole, incorporate organic matter, backfill, firm, and water thoroughly. Water regularly during establishment and dry spells. Mulch annually to maintain soil acidity and moisture. Remove dead or damaged wood in late winter.
Size & Specification
Supplied in a 90 litre pot as a large mature specimen providing immediate dramatic impact. Eventual height 6-10 metres, spread 5-8 metres. Growth rate slow to moderate. Elegant tiered branching structure becomes more pronounced with age.
Delivery & Dispatch
Delivered on a pallet via specialist courier due to size and weight. Pallet deliveries Monday to Friday, someone must be available to receive. Please ensure suitable access for pallet delivery. Orders dispatched Monday to Wednesday with tracking notification. Mainland UK delivery only.
Wildlife & Ecological Notes
White flower bracts attract pollinators in early summer. Strawberry-like fruits in late summer are taken by birds and small mammals. The elegant tiered branching provides nesting and roosting habitat for small birds. A long-lived specimen contributing significant ecological value over generations.