Plant Database
Kousa Dogwood
Cornus kousa, Cornus kousa var. chinensis
Kousa Dogwood is the go-to recommendation for reliable, disease-resistant spring blooms in the Bay Area. Blooming about a month later than native dogwoods, it covers itself with pointed, star-like white bracts that seem to float above the foliage. Its exceptional resistance to anthracnose and powdery mildew, coupled with attractive exfoliating bark and fall color, make it a superb four-season small tree.
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Blooms profusely in early summer with large, pointed, star-shaped white bracts that hover elegantly above the tiered branches.
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Highly resistant to dogwood anthracnose and powdery mildew, ensuring healthy foliage year after year with minimal intervention.
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Offers multi-season appeal: spring flowers, raspberry-like fruits in summer, excellent red-purple fall color, and attractive exfoliating bark in winter.
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Adapts well to a range of conditions but prefers afternoon shade in hot inland areas to prevent leaf scorch.