Cornus Kousa Milky Way 12 Litre Pot 80/100cm Tall

Cornus kousa ‘Milky Way’ – A Star Performer in Every Season

Cornus kousa ‘Milky Way’ is a truly exceptional flowering dogwood, renowned for its dazzling summer display and superb seasonal interest. In early summer, it produces an abundance of large, creamy-white bracts that blanket the branches like a soft, milky snowfall – a show so profuse it can transform the tree into a glowing beacon in the garden.

As the season progresses, the blooms give way to striking, strawberry-like fruits that ripen to rosy red, providing both ornamental appeal and a treat for visiting birds. The mid-green summer foliage is equally impressive, turning fiery shades of crimson, scarlet, and deep orange in autumn. Even in winter, the tiered, horizontal branching pattern provides a graceful, architectural silhouette.

Compact yet commanding, ‘Milky Way’ is ideal for smaller gardens, courtyard spaces, or as a lawn specimen. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers a moist, well-drained, neutral to acidic soil. Low-maintenance and exceptionally beautiful, this is a tree that rewards the gardener all year long.

Why Choose Cornus kousa ‘Milky Way’?

• Dazzling Flower Display – Masses of creamy-white bracts.

• Seasonal Colour – Spring flowers, summer fruit, and vivid autumn foliage.

• Wildlife Friendly – Fruits attract birds.

• Compact Elegance – Perfect for small to medium gardens.

Planting & Care Guide

• Position: Full sun or partial shade.

• Soil: Moist but well-drained; neutral to acidic.

• Watering: Keep moist until established.

• Maintenance: Light pruning in winter to remove dead or crossing branches.

Cornus Kousa Milky Way 12 Litre Pot 80/100cm Tall 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.