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Cornus kousa Milky Way - Flowering Dogwood

Cornus kousa Milky Way
Kousa Dogwood, Japanese Dogwood, Chinese Dogwood

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I am delighted, it is magnificent with a bushy habit and a lot of branches.

Perrine, 21/02/2023

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The Cornus Kousa Milky Way is interesting for its crimson red foliage in autumn, as well as for its impressive flowering with flowers measuring 5cm (2in) in diameter.
Flower size
5 cm
Height at maturity
5 m
Spread at maturity
3 m
Exposure
Sun
Hardiness
Hardy down to -23°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Recommended planting time March to May, September to November
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Description

Cornus Kousa 'Milky Way' is interesting for its scarlet red foliage in autumn, as well as its impressive flowering with 5cm (2in) diameter flowers.

The Kousa Dogwood 'Milky Way' is a bush with a wide cone shape and cracked bark. The leaves are deciduous, measuring 5 to 8cm (2 - 3.1in) in length, they are ovate with undulate edges, dark green, and turn scarlet red in autumn. Its foliage is very dense. The small green flowers with a diameter of 0.5 to 1cm (0.2 - 0.4in) form clusters surrounded by 4 large white bracts measuring 5cm (2in) in length. Flowering occurs in May-June. At maturity, the cornus can reach a height of 5m (16.4ft). The fruits, which appear in September, resemble strawberries and measure 2.5 to 3cm (1 - 1.2 in) in size.

The foliage is compact and the species is very hardy (-20°C (-4°F), making it suitable for all climates.

It is a very decorative bush in spring for its flowering and in autumn for its beautiful scarlet red foliage. It is interesting as a standalone plant for small gardens, in flower beds, as well as in informal hedges. It can be paired with other bushes in your ericaceous flower beds. It makes a perfect companion for rhododendrons.

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Cornus kousa Milky Way - Flowering Dogwood (Flowering) Flowering
Cornus kousa Milky Way - Flowering Dogwood (Foliage) Foliage

Plant habit

Height at maturity 5 m
Spread at maturity 3 m
Habit Flat
Growth rate slow

Flowering

Flower colour white
Flowering time May to June
Flower size 5 cm

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour medium green

Botanical data

Genus

Cornus

Species

kousa

Cultivar

Milky Way

Family

Cornaceae

Other common names

Kousa Dogwood, Japanese Dogwood, Chinese Dogwood

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference781212

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Planting and care

The Cornus Kousa Milky Way is best planted in a sunny or partially shaded environment. It enjoys warmth which increases flowering and is susceptible to late spring frosts. Plant in ordinary soil with minimal limestone content and a slightly acidic tendency. The soil should be moist but well-drained. It can be planted in spring or autumn (free from frost). Easy to cultivate, the Kousa Dogwood requires little maintenance. Pay attention to parasitic attacks such as anthracnose, which can cause severe damage.

Planting period

Recommended planting time March to May, September to November

Intended location

Type of use Border, Free-standing
Hardiness Hardy down to -23°C (USDA zone 6a) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Acidic, Neutral
Soil type Silty-loamy (rich and light)
Soil moisture Moist soil, well-drained

Care

Pruning instructions Pruning is not necessary, but it is possible to cut back the branches at the end of winter to stimulate the growth of new vigorous stems. It is also important to remove dead wood and crossing branches to maintain an attractive habit.
Pruning No pruning necessary
Soil moisture Moist soil
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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