Chinese Dogwood

Cornus kousa var. chinensis 'Milky Way' Cornaceae

Growth habit

Tree

Perennation

Long-lived polycarpic perennial

Location

Palmer-Kinne Dogwood Collection, Groundcover Collection, Conifer Slope, Zucker Shrub Collection, Nevin Welcome Center

Source of plant

Plantasia, Klyn Nurseries, Horticultural Associates, Prides Corner Farms, Lake County Nursery Inc.

Description

Unusually floriferous; very broad, bushy form suitable for the small landscape. Dirr notes having observed a specimen at Mill Creek Valley Park in Youngstown, Ohio that was impressive compared to the species in its heavy flower and fruit production.

USDA Hardiness Zone

5

Special characteristics

bark, winter interest, growth habit