Kousa Dogwood 'Elizabeth Lustgarten' Weeping

Cornus kousa 'Elizabeth Lustgarten'
Mature Height: 12 to 15 ft.
Mature Spread: 15 to 18 ft.

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Yes, there is a weeping version of the spectacular and disease resistant kousa dogwood! This tree is unusual and very interesting with branches of full leaves and bloom bracts, that weep down to the ground. It is a unique tree and likely not something your neighbors are going to have. The weeping branches create a cascade effect, and within them is a secret hideaway that your kids or grandkids will adore.

 The kousa dogwood is an Asian variety of our own native dogwood, but has its own unique beauty and is resistant to many of the diseases that affect the North American Dogwood. When I think about cornus kousa, I think of beautiful oblong dogwood  blooms in the garden in early summer when our native dogwood species have already lost their blooms. The fruit of cornus kousa is larger than that of our native dogwood and edible, making it a bird magnet for a few weeks in the fall. Kousa leaves are smoother and longer than the the leaves of the native dogwood with a deep green in the summer. In the fall, the kousa takes on a variegated orange, red and green that is more symmetrical and organized than the swirling psychedelic displays put on by our native dogwoods. The branch structure of the weeping kousa is also lovely, with six branches appearing at each node and growing downward symmetrically from the stem to create an elegant cascade effect. Care should be taken when pruning as inexperience can result in diminishing, rather than improving, the cascade effect. Kousa dogwoods are resistant, but not immune, to borers and common dogwood fungal diseases. Like with all dogwoods, care should be taken to provide well draining soil rich in organic matter, and trees should receive extra care and mulch if planted in direct sunlight.

Bloom Color:White
Bloom Period:Early summer
Fall Color:Red, orange, yellow, green in a variegated symmetrical pattern
Foliage Color:Dark green
Genus & Species:Cornus kousa 'Elizabeth Lustgarten'
Growth Rate:Moderate
Mature Height:12 to 15 ft.
Mature Spread:15 to 18 ft.
Soil Type:Moist, well-drained
Sun Exposure:Partial shade, partial sun. Will tolerate full sun, but mulch and soil quality are important.
Zone:5 to 9

General care for any tree or shrub is easy, but like any living thing will require your attention. Please educate yourself and follow these simple rules.

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Holly

Healthy and beautiful leaves! Trying to buy another but it’s currently out of stock!

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DJ Trav
5-Star Tree & 5-Star Service

About 2 weeks after I planted my dogwood, I emailed Travis, anxious my tree wasn't breaking dormancy. He had me send a pic, then quickly reassured me that the buds looked healthy and almost ready to open. A month and a half later, my tree is leafed out and beautiful. I'm so grateful, both for my lovely new dogwood and for Travis's help and kindness. I'll definitely order from New Blooms again.

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Melissa Jarrell
Healthy tree

My trees arrived healthy and they are growing good. Thank you.

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Trish Beeson
Scarlet fire kousa dogwood

I love this little tree. I ordered on April 26th or 27th and received and planted it on April 30th. It came bareroot and dormant with a very healthy root system. It's now May 23rd and it's got lots of leaf buds and is 4 feet from the ground. I love it and can't wait to see it flower.

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Jeremy G
Great trees

Purchased a handful of trees and they all arrived looking healthy with nice root systems. Very pleased