Cornus kousa ‘Summer Gold’
Chinese Flowering Dogwood - Summer Gold
A wonderful yellow variegated Chinese Flowering Dogwood. Flat, non-wavy green leaves emerge in spring with uniform yellow margins. The variegation lasts through summer with a bit of pink hues appearing. By fall, the foliage turns a stunning flaming red. Creamy-white bracts (flowers) appear around June while fall brings pinkish-red fruits. Grows 15′ high and wide.
Additional information
| Exposure | Filtered Light, Full Sun, Part Sun |
|---|---|
| Tags | variegated |
| Zone | 5 |
Origin
Found as a chance seedling of Cornus kousa by Crispin Silva of Oregon in 2010.
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.
Patented: USPP#22765
