Kousa Dogwood
Arbor walk #41
This tree, native to Asia, is known for its four-petaled white flowers in June and its reddish-purple color in Fall. It also grows 1-inch raspberry-like fruit in August.
| Name | Kousa Dogwood |
|---|---|
| Latin Name | Cornus kousa |
| Type | Adaptive |
| Diameter | 8.5 Dbh |
| Color of Leaf | Dark green, turn to burgundy red in fall |
| Shape of Leaf | Elliptical |
| Color of Flower | Small and white bracts |
| Shape of Flower | Inconspicuous |
| Fruit Characteristics | Large, raspberry like fruit |
| Bark Characteristics | Grey-brown, slightly exfoliating |
| Foliage Type | Deciduous |