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Cornus kousa chinensis
Hardy deciduous tree sporting a spectacular display of long lasting white flower bracts in early summer. These are followed by pinky-red compound fruits in late autumn, which can be eaten raw or cooked. They are small and rather seedy but have a custard-like pulp with a tropical flavour, and apparently score well on flavour with visitors to forest gardens. The flowers can also be eaten raw or used to make syrups. The twigs and thin branches can be used in basketry. The size of leaves and fruit of the Cornus kousa chinensis are bigger than the species, Cornus kousa, and the crop is generally larger.
Height 4-10m, can be coppiced. Tolerant of most soils, including heavy clay, but prefers moisture. Sun or part shade.
PB Approx height 100- 120cm. Certified Organic Plant.
N.B. Shipping costs are added AFTER you have placed your order, you will then be emailed an invoice with bank details.
Smallest box rate:
This can fit up to 9 plants in 9cm pots.
Shipping a single tree can be expensive. We may be able to fit more in the box for the same price! See our shipping rates for single and multi tree boxes.
Combining sizes?
No problem, we will work out the best rate for you once you’ve placed your order.
Jo has a passion for growing herbs but is not a qualified herbalist and has no medical background.
We are lucky to have Patricia Beagle working here at times, who is qualified, and some of her advice does appear on these pages, but herbs act differently for different people and can interact with other medicines. We therefore always recommend that you consult with your own qualified health-care practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing or on any medications.
Kahikatea Farm cannot take any responsibility for any adverse effects from the use of the plants or a plant not having the effect it is reputed to have.
