Cornus kousa ‘Chinensis’ – Elegant Blooms and Vibrant Autumn Colour
Cornus kousa ‘Chinensis’ is a refined ornamental dogwood valued for its spectacular late spring floral display and brilliant autumn foliage. This variety produces large, creamy-white bracts that surround inconspicuous flowers, creating a showy, delicate bloom that brightens any garden.
After flowering, ‘Chinensis’ develops attractive, bright red, raspberry-like fruits that add colour and attract birds through summer and autumn. Its glossy green leaves mature to vivid shades of fiery red and purple in the fall, providing multi-seasonal visual appeal.
This compact tree typically reaches 4–6 metres in height, making it suitable for smaller gardens or as a striking specimen in larger landscapes. It thrives in well-drained, fertile soil with full sun to partial shade, ideally in a sheltered position to maximise flowering and autumn colour.
Why Choose Cornus kousa ‘Chinensis’?
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Showy White Bracts – Large, creamy-white flowers in late spring.
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Bright Red Fruit – Raspberry-like berries that attract wildlife.
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Vivid Autumn Foliage – Leaves turn fiery red and purple.
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Compact Size – Perfect for smaller gardens or patios.
Planting & Care Guide
Position: Full sun to partial shade, sheltered from strong winds.
Soil: Prefers fertile, moist, well-drained soil.
Watering: Regular watering especially during establishment and dry spells.
Feeding: Apply balanced, slow-release fertiliser in spring for healthy growth.
Pruning: Minimal pruning; remove dead or crossing branches in late winter if needed.
Design & Planting Ideas
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Use as a specimen tree or focal point in small to medium gardens.
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Pair with spring bulbs for seasonal layering.
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Combine with evergreens to provide year-round structure.
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Ideal for wildlife-friendly gardens as berries attract birds.
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.