Cornus kousa 'Aka tsuki' features leaves with bold white edges and a green center, creating striking variegated foliage. Originating in Japan as a variegated sport of the popular pink-flowering 'Satomi', this dogwood offers impressive blooms that begin white and gradually deepen to rose-pink, sometimes turning a rich rosy red throughout the flowering season. Growing to 8-10 feet within a decade, 'Aka tsuki' thrives best when shielded from intense afternoon sunlight.
Details
Botanical Name
Cornus kousa 'Aka tsuki'
Common Name
Aka tsuki Dogwood
Hardiness Zone
- 5
Appearance
Max Height
10 feet
Max Spread
10 feet
Plant Form
Foliage Colour
- White and Green
Fall Colour
Flower Colour
- White to Rose Pink
Edible
Edible Component
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
Fruit Colour
Growing
Flowering Period
Late Spring to Early Summer
Moisture
Evenly Moist
Sunlight
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Maintenance
Low
Deer Resistance
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