Cornus kousa Heart Throb

FEATURES
Small specimen tree, with spectacular Spring and Autumn display. In late Spring, horizontally tiered branches are covered in large, showy clusters of rich pink flower bracts. Flowers can last as long as two months. In Autumn the bluish-green foliage, turns a brilliant deep red. Bird attracting, strawberry-like fruits, are produced in early Autumn.

HEIGHT & WIDTH
4m x 4m.

SHAPE
Vase shape.

FLOWERS
Large, showy clusters of rich pink flower bracts. Flowers can last as long as two months.

FOLIAGE
In Autumn the bluish-green foliage, turns a brilliant deep red.

COMMENTS
Bird attracting, strawberry-like fruits, are produced in early Autumn.

TREE CARE
Plant in a well drained and well worked soil. Take care to plant the bud union above the soil level. Water in well and keep soil moist until tree is established. Fertilize when planting and again after new growth appears. Prune to shape if necessary.