Kousa dogwood (Cornus kousa)
Kousa dogwood, also known as Kousa, Chinese dogwood
The Crape Myrtle is celebrated for its striking appearance. With its vibrant flowers, appealing bark, and stunning fall foliage, this vase-shaped tree makes a wonderful addition to patios, yards, or lawns. It typically reaches a height of about 9 meters and is equally wide.
Key Facts About Kousa dogwood
Attributes of Kousa dogwood
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Height
4 m to 10 m
Spread
2.5 m to 6 m
Leaf Color
Green Yellow Purple Red
Flower Size
2.5 cm to 8 cm
Flower Color
White Cream Yellow Pink Green
Scientific Classification of Kousa dogwood
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Cornales
Family
Dogwood
Genus
Dogwoods
Species
Kousa dogwood