Kousa Dogwood
Cornus kousa 'Summer Gold'
Cornaceae
Growth habit
Tree
Perennation
Long-lived polycarpic perennial
Location
Comstock Knoll and Rhododendron Collection
Source of plant
Schmidt & Son Co., Cayuga Landscape Company
Description
Small tree to 15' x 15' with a rounded to wide vase habit. Leaves are variegated yellow and green, with the gold margins turning pink in autumn, before the entire leaf turns bright red. Flower bracts white, flowers produce 3/4" red fruits.
USDA Hardiness Zone
5
Special characteristics
foliage characteristics