Cornus kousa Southern Cross

Name: Cornus kousa Southern Cross
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 14559r
Price: 361.97 NZD
Availability: InStock

Cornus kousa Southern Cross, Cornus Southern Cross

Cornus kousa Southern Cross features large and showy, white flowers which adorn the tree in spring and are followed by red berries in autumn. It grows with a narrow, upright, multi-trunked habit carrying dark green leaves which develop impressive shades of red before falling. It grows with a rounded shape to about 3 m tall and 2.5 m wide. Cornus Southern Cross makes for an excellent specimen and is great for including in mixed plantings, for lining an entranceway, or maintaining in a courtyard garden.

Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Trees
Height:	3.00 m
Spread:	2.50 m
Flowering time:	Spring
Tolerances:	Hardy
Garden uses:	Living areas, Parks, Specimen
Garden styles:	Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Cornus kousa Southern Cross, Cornus Southern Cross

Cornus kousa Southern Cross Details

Cornus kousa Southern Cross is grown for its impressive flowering and attractive form. Large and showy, white flowers adorn the tree in spring and are followed by red berries in autumn which are great for attracting birds. It grows with a narrow, upright, multi-trunked habit carrying dark green leaves. As autumn progresses the leaves develop impressive shades of red before falling. It grows with a rounded shape to about 3 m tall and 2.5 m wide, performing best when planted in full sun on a well-drained, sheltered site. It is tolerant of frost, cool climates, and periods of dry once established. Cornus Southern Cross makes for an excellent specimen and is great for including in mixed plantings, for lining an entranceway, or maintaining in a courtyard garden.