Cornus kousa chinensis

China.

Upright, overhanging.

The deciduous leaves of the Chinese dogwoods are medium green, ovate, opposite, with entire margins. They are about 8 - 12 cm tall. Chinese dogwood turns a bright scarlet red in autumn.

The white flowers of Chinese dogwood appear in umbels from the end of May to June. These grow to about 8 - 10 cm in size.

The pink berries of Cornus kousa chinensis are particularly decorative. These appear from September.

Cornus kousa chinensis is a shallow-rooting plant and, depending on the soil, forms finely branched roots.

Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

The Chinese dogwood has good frost hardiness.

Cornus kousa chinensis thrives on all acidic, humus-rich and sufficiently moist soils.

Ornamental shrub

The plant has a medium water requirement.

Excess water must be able to drain away easily, waterlogging should be avoided at all costs.

Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).