What is KUKA DOGWOOD?

scientifically known as cornus kou kouka , Kousa Dogwood is a flowering deciduous tree originating in several Asian countries, including Japan, Korea and China, and is often referred to as its country of origin. All over the world, more than a dozen different cultivars Kousa Dogwood, including a Chinese girl, a golden star and autumn rose to name at least some. Depending on the diversity, the trees diameter of an average of size from about 10 to 30 feet (3 to 9 m) and depending on the type of flowers and fruits. While many dogwoods have disease problems, Kouša ​​Dogwood resists fatal fungal infections. Growing this diversity of Dogwood can be done successfully if the correct placement and shadow are selected. The leaves contain the opposite leaves, which are about 3 inches (7.5 cm) for length and floral clusters, which on average 1 to 3 inches (2.5 to 7.5 cm) long. The flowers generally appear at the end of spring as white and can change colors on some cultivars. Great flowers attract a variety of wild livingSaches including bees and butterflies.

During the autumn months, the tree Dogwood produces globular red edible fruit that resemble raspberries. Some cultivars even produce fruit that exceeds 1 inch (2.5 cm). Larger fruit, which is often used to produce wine, is tastier and sweeter than fruit of smaller size. Squirrels and birds are also very attracted to sweet fruit.

, unlike some Dogwood trees, Kousa Dogwoods are highly resistant to Anthracnos; Fungal disease that can cause spotted or dark areas on the leaves of the tree. This disease can affect a number of plants including vegetables, but is also problematic for variousstromes like dogwoods. Dogwood Anthracnos was first reported in the United States over the 70s, appeared in Washington and spread to the east coast of North America under 10 years. The disease seems to affect more NorthaMeric indigenous species than dogwoods, such as KUKA DOGWOOD.

Although Kouza Dogwood is originally from parts of Asia, it has been successfully grown in other regions of the world for hundreds of years. In the United States, it is the most difficult in USDA zones 5-8. While Kousa Dogwood can tolerate colder winters than some other varieties, in hot or humid climate, such as in the southeastern United States, is not good. The tree is often used as ornamental to enhance the landscape due to its striking display that changes according to the seasons.

Dogwoods for cultivation and growing grows best in places that provide a partial shadow full of sun. The soil should be rich in nutrients, moist and well draining. Kousa Dogwoods are not particularly tolerant and need regular humidity to achieve their full potential. Pruning is done as needed and should only be performed during the sleeping season of the tree.