The Kousa Dogwood 'China Girl' (Cornus kousa) is a refined and highly decorative small tree, celebrated for its masses of creamy-white bracts, elegant branching structure, and vibrant autumn foliage. In a multi-stem form, this ornamental tree takes on a sculptural presence, perfect for creating year-round interest with minimal maintenance.
At Tree Heritage Nursery, our Kousa Dogwood Multi-Stem Trees are hand-selected for their strong form and branching, available in a range of sizes to suit modern garden designs, naturalistic schemes, or courtyard focal points.
Growing Conditions
Cornus kousa prefers moist, well-drained, acidic to neutral soil, enriched with organic matter. It thrives in full sun or dappled shade, and benefits from a sheltered position to protect its showy blooms from late spring frosts. Once established, it is tolerant of most conditions and responds well to minimal pruning.
Where to Position It
Ideal for feature planting in lawns, gravel gardens, or as part of layered borders, the multi-stem Kousa Dogwood brings texture, colour, and lightness to planting designs. It pairs beautifully with woodland-style underplanting or minimalist hard landscaping, offering a dramatic silhouette throughout the seasons.
Flowers, Foliage & Fruit
In late spring to early summer, 'China Girl' is smothered in showy creamy-white bracts (often mistaken for flowers), each surrounding a small, central cluster of true blooms. As the season progresses, these give way to raspberry-like red fruits that add a further ornamental touch. The green, ovate leaves turn spectacular shades of scarlet, orange, and burgundy in autumn, making it a standout tree for seasonal interest.
Size & Growth
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Ultimate Height: 4–6 metres
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Ultimate Spread: 3–5 metres
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Time to Ultimate Size: 10–20 years
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Growth Habit: Gracefully layered, upright and spreading
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