Cornus kousa 'Summer Gold' (Dogwood)
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. In summer, its uncrinkled, bright green variegated foliage with prominent golden yellow margins and pink highlights, draws attention. In the fall, the foliage turns flaming red. The size and length of interest make this variegated dogwood ideal for small spaces and containers.
- Grows up to 7-8 ft. tall (210-240 cm) and 3-4 ft. wide (90-120 cm).
- Performs best in full sun to part shade in organically rich, well-drained soils. Provide consistent moisture during hot summers.
- Great choice as a specimen near patios or in lawns, in shrub borders or as an hedge, or in containers.
- Generally pest free, this plant may be affected by cornus anthracnose diseases.
- Easy to grow, easy to care for, deer resistant.
- This Dogwood naturally forms a well-branched framework and requires little or no pruning.
- Cornus kousa species is native to Japan, Korea and China
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Requirements
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 | Cornus - Dogwoods |
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) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
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 |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
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 | Cornus - Dogwoods |
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) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
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 |