Summer Gold Dogwood, Cornus 'Summer Gold'
Suitable for small gardens, Cornus kousa ‘Summer Gold’ (Dogwood) is a multi-stemmed deciduous shrub or small tree of upright spreading habit. In spring, a profusion of creamy-white flowers, or bracts, smother the tree, creating a striking floral show. Its uncrinkled, bright green variegated foliage with prominent golden yellow margins and pink highlights draws attention in summer. In the fall, the foliage turns flaming red. The size and length of interest make this variegated dogwood ideal for small spaces and containers.
| Hardiness |
4 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
5 - 8 |
| Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs, Trees |
| Plant Family | Cornaceae |
| Genus | Cornus |
| Common names | Dogwood, Japanese Dogwood, Kousa Dogwood |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall |
| Height |
7' - 8' (210cm - 240cm) |
| Spread |
3' - 4' (90cm - 120cm) |
| Spacing | 48" (120cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Deer |
| Attracts | Birds, Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Hedges And Screens, Patio And Containers, Small Gardens |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage |
| Hardiness |
4 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
5 - 8 |
| Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs, Trees |
| Plant Family | Cornaceae |
| Genus | Cornus |
| Common names | Dogwood, Japanese Dogwood, Kousa Dogwood |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall |
| Height |
7' - 8' (210cm - 240cm) |
| Spread |
3' - 4' (90cm - 120cm) |
| Spacing | 48" (120cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Deer |
| Attracts | Birds, Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Hedges And Screens, Patio And Containers, Small Gardens |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage |
How many Cornus kousa ‘Summer Gold’ (Dogwood) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Cornus kousa ‘Summer Gold’ (Dogwood) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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