Cornus Kousa Chinensis 8/10cm Rootballed

Cornus kousa chinensis – Exquisite Flowering Dogwood with Multi-Season Beauty

Cornus kousa chinensis, the Chinese Dogwood, is an exceptional small deciduous tree renowned for its spectacular blossom, striking form, and superb seasonal interest. With its elegant horizontal branching, abundant white flower bracts, and brilliant autumn colour, it brings refinement and natural beauty to any garden or landscape.

Compact, graceful, and richly ornamental, this dogwood is ideal as a feature tree for smaller gardens, borders, or courtyard spaces, delivering changing displays from spring through autumn.

Why Grow Cornus kousa chinensis?

1. Breathtaking Floral Display
In late spring to early summer, large, showy white bracts cover the tree in a cloud of blossom, creating a dramatic and elegant feature.

2. Striking Layered Form
Gracefully tiered, horizontal branches form a naturally beautiful structure, offering architectural interest even in winter.

3. Exceptional Seasonal Interest
After flowering, attractive pinkish-red strawberry-like fruits appear in late summer, followed by stunning red, orange, and scarlet foliage in autumn.

4. Ideal Size for Gardens
Growing slowly to a compact 4–6 m tall, it’s perfect for small gardens, urban courtyards, or mixed borders without dominating the space.

5. Hardy & Low Maintenance
Resilient, easy to grow, and requiring minimal pruning, it thrives in most garden settings with little attention.

How to Grow Cornus kousa chinensis

Position:
Best in full sun to light partial shade. Ensure a sheltered position to protect spring flowers from late frosts.

Soil:
Prefers moist, fertile, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil. Avoid very chalky or alkaline soils.

Watering:
Water regularly in the first growing season. Once established, it is drought-tolerant but benefits from watering in dry spells.

Pruning:
Minimal pruning required. Remove dead or crossing branches in late winter if necessary.

Growth Habit:
A small, slow-growing deciduous tree with a rounded, tiered habit. Typically reaches 4–6 m tall and 3–4 m wide at maturity.

Hardiness:
Fully hardy across the UK (H6). Tolerant of frost, wind, and urban conditions once established.

Design Ideas

• Use as a specimen tree in small gardens, lawns, or mixed borders.

• Plant near seating areas or patios to enjoy its blossom, fruit, and autumn colour up close.

• Combine with azaleas, rhododendrons, or Japanese maples for a refined woodland or oriental-style scheme.

• Plant in groups or pairs for a stunning seasonal display along paths or entrances.

Final Thought

With its breathtaking flowers, elegant branching, ornamental fruit, and vibrant autumn colour, Cornus kousa var. chinensis is one of the most rewarding small trees you can grow. Compact yet dramatic, it transforms gardens with multi-season beauty and timeless natural grace.

Cornus Kousa Chinensis 8/10cm Rootballed Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Average Rate Of Growth White Deciduous

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.