CORNUS kousa var chinensis 'China Girl'

Very large creamy-white bracts in late spring. Red and purple autumn colour and exfoliating bark

Large

Pot size 5 to 7.5 Litre

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Plant Details

Flowering

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Pests & Diseases
None.
Place of origin
Korea, Japan.
Deciduous
Ovate, wavy-margined leaves to 8cm (3in) long.
Cream
Creamy white flushed pink
Fully hardy
Entire
Ovate
Height
2.5m (8ft)
Spread
2m (6½ft)
Medium shrub
Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height

Free-flowering, even when young. Produces flower heads to 1cm (½in) across surrounded by 4 bracts 2.5-5cm (1-2in) long, which fall early, followed by strawberry-like fruit.
Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
Autumn Seasonal Interest
Summer Seasonal Interest

Mature Size

2.5m (8ft)
	2m (6½ft)

Planting Tips and Care Advice

Pruning group

Pruning group 1

Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
Soil Conditions

Fertile well drained soil

Humus rich.

Neutral to acid soil
Sun Requirements

Full sun

shelter from cold winds.

Partial shade