Wolf Eyes Chinese dogwood
Cornus kousa 'Wolf Eyes'
RHS AGM 2012

USDA zones5 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Growth rate
- Slow
- Habit
- Erect
- Bloom season
- Spring
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Wolf Eyes' Chinese dogwood (Cornus kousa 'Wolf Eyes') is a tree for borders, pollinator gardens, and specimen planting. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average moisture. It grows slowly with an erect habit. Flowers open in early to late spring and attract bees, and birds also visit it. It sits low on the menu for deer.
Pairs well with Stargazer lily, Queen of Night tulip, and Blue Chiffon rose of sharon.