Cornus kousa ‘Polizam’
Chinese Flowering Dogwood - Powdered Lipstick
This Chinese Flowering Dogwood features white bracts (flowers) that are lightly powdered pink on the tips and edges. Dark green foliage blends greyish undertones and turns a stunning brick red in the fall. In addition, crimson red berries also appear during this time. Grows 20′ high by 15′ wide.
Additional information
| Exposure | Filtered Light, Full Sun, Part Sun |
|---|---|
| Zone | 5 |
Origin
Parentage unknown. Introduced by Jim Zampini of Lake Country Nursery, Ohio.
Special Notes
Exposure: Full Sun to Part Sun.
Soil: Well workable, moist but well draining slightly acidic soil. Dislikes heavy clay soils.
Maintenance: Selective pruning as needed, can be done in the spring right after the flowers finish. Do not trim summer or afterwards as, you will be removing next springs flower buds.
