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Cornus kousa Wolf Eyes

Wolf Eyes Dogwood

The clusters of white bracts and attractive, creamy-white variegated foliage makes them an all-season attraction. The leaves turn a magnificent, crimson colour and show off the red berries in the fall. Peeling, gray bark adds an interesting dimension to the landscape.

  • »  White flowers fade to pink
  • »  Showy, red fruit displayed in the fall
  • »  Drooping, variegated green and white leaves change to pink in late summer
  • »  Fall colour is scarlet to red-purple
  • »  Vase-shaped habit
  • »  Bloom Time: Late spring

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  • Category:Trees
  • Hardiness Zone:5
  • Height:250-300 cm
  • Spread:250-300 cm
  • Bloom Color: White
Exposure
• Full Shade
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Birds
• Attracts Butterflies
Growth Rate
• Medium
Critter
• Deer Resistant
Attributes
• Deciduous
• Fall Color
• Fruit
• Low Maintenance
Flowering Time
• Spring
Habit
• Rounded
• Vase-shape
Foliage Color
• Green
• Variegated
• White
Landscape uses
• Specimen
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Cornus kousa 'Wolf Eyes'

The showy flowers seen on Cornus kousa cultivars are actually bracts surrounding the smaller, inconspicuous flower in the centre.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Cornus kousa 'Wolf Eyes'

Does not like full afternoon sun, even with shaded roots. Grows best in medium moisture and an acidic, well-drained soil. Slow growing when young, faster with maturity.