Cornus kousa ‘Watermelon Sugar™’ – Tri-color Foliage Dogwood

Cornus kousa ‘Watermelon Sugar’ for Sale – Kousa Dogwood | White Blooms & Colorful Foliage | Mystic Flora Nursery

Short Description

Cornus kousa ‘Watermelon Sugar’ is a unique flowering dogwood featuring clean white blooms and attractive seasonal color. Its refined habit and multi-season interest make it an excellent choice for landscape use and collectors.

Full Description

The Cornus kousa ‘Watermelon Sugar’ is a distinctive and ornamental Kousa dogwood known for its elegant white, star-shaped blooms that appear in late spring to early summer. These crisp white flowers stand out beautifully against the rich green foliage, creating a classic and refined look in the landscape.

As the season progresses, the tree may produce decorative red, raspberry-like fruit, adding texture and visual interest while attracting birds. Its foliage remains clean and attractive through summer before transitioning into warm shades of red and burgundy in fall, extending its seasonal appeal.

This variety develops a graceful, upright to rounded form with a well-branched structure, making it ideal for specimen planting, accent use, or as a focal point in garden beds.

‘Watermelon Sugar’ is valued for its reliable performance, clean white blooms, and multi-season beauty, making it a strong addition to both residential landscapes and collector gardens.

Key Features

• Clean white, star-shaped blooms
• Blooms in late spring to early summer
• Attractive red fruit in summer
• Beautiful red to burgundy fall color
• Excellent specimen or focal point tree

Plant Details

Botanical Name: Cornus kousa ‘Watermelon Sugar’
Plant Type: Deciduous Ornamental Tree
Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Mature Height: 15–20 ft
Mature Width: 15–20 ft
USDA Hardiness Zones: 5–8
Soil Preference: Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil
Growth Rate: Moderate

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