Cornus kousa ssp. chinensis 'Snowflake'
Also Known As
- Cornus kousa var. chinensis 'Snowflake'
- Snowflake Chinese Dogwood
- Snowflake Kousa Dogwood
Plant type
tree
size
- H: 20'-30'
- W: 20'-30'
planting zones
- 5a-8b
Cornus kousa ssp. chinensis 'Snowflake' plant details
Cornus kousa ssp. chinensis 'Snowflake' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Cornus kousa ssp. chinensis 'Snowflake'
- Plant type: tree
- Plant family: cornaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 20 FT - 30 FT - wide, 20 FT - 30 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring
- Uses: showy
GROWING CONDITIONS for Cornus kousa ssp. chinensis 'Snowflake'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained
Gardening facts about Cornus kousa ssp. chinensis 'Snowflake' plant
How to Grow Cornus kousa ssp. chinensis 'Snowflake'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- acidic
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- birds
Fruit
- red
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Tree
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 8'-12'
Width: 8'-12'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - occasional
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Plant Type
Tree
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 20'-25'
Width: 20'-25'
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Plant Type
Tree, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 10'-15'
Width: 10'-15'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - occasional
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Plant Type
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Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 15'-20'
Width: 15'-20'
- sun - dappled shade
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Plant Type
Tree
Zones
5a-9b
Size
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Width: 15'-25'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular
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