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    Cornus kousa 'Summer Stars'

    Also Known As

    • Summer Stars Kousa Dogwood

    Plant type

    tree

    size

    • H: 20'-25'
    • W: 20'-25'

    planting zones

    • 5a-9b

    Cornus kousa 'Summer Stars' plant details

    Cornus kousa 'Summer Stars' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Cornus kousa 'Summer Stars'

    Plant type: tree
    Plant family: cornaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 20 FT - 25 FT - wide, 20 FT - 25 FT - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in summer
    Uses: fall color

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Cornus kousa 'Summer Stars'

    USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    A lovely vase-shaped 20-25' tree that makes an outstanding accent! Long-lasting and abundant bright-white flower bracts grace this tree in spring before becoming unusual and edible red fruits in late summer. Autumn brings lovely tones of dark-red to burgundy to the foliage. This makes a delightful specimen. S-PSh/M

    By: Forestfarm

    Gardening facts about Cornus kousa 'Summer Stars' plant

    How to Grow Cornus kousa 'Summer Stars'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - dappled shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • birds
      • bees

    • Fruit

      • red

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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