Cornus Kousa – Trinity Star

Description

Cornus ‘Trinity Star’ – Ornamental Dogwood

Unique  Foliage & Creamy White Flowers – Year-Round Interest

Botanical Name: Cornus ‘Trinity Star’
Common Name: Trinity Star Dogwood

Description:
Cornus ‘Trinity Star’ is a striking deciduous dogwood selected for its bold foliage and elegant form. Its leaves are deep green with creamy-white margins, creating strong visual contrast through spring and summer. In late spring, the tree is adorned with clusters of creamy white flower bracts, followed by a vibrant autumn display of golden-yellow and burgundy foliage. Compact and upright, it is ideal for gardens seeking multi-season ornamental value.

Specifications:

• Height at Maturity: 3 – 4 metres

• Width at Maturity: 2.5 – 3.5 metres

• Growth Habit: Upright, slightly spreading

• Foliage: Deciduous – deep green with cream-variegated edges

• Flowering: Late spring – creamy white floral bracts

• Autumn Colour: Gold, orange and burgundy tones

• Bark: Smooth grey-brown, attractive in winter

Position & Uses:

• Sun Requirements: Full sun to part shade

• Soil Type: Moist, well-drained soil – tolerant of clay and loam

• Uses: Feature planting, specimen tree, mixed borders, small landscape spaces

• Maintenance:

  • Prune lightly in late winter to maintain shape

  • Mulch to conserve soil moisture and suppress weeds

  • Water during extended dry periods until established

Climate Tolerance:

• Hardy in temperate and cool climates

• Frost-tolerant once established

Ideal For:

• Formal and informal garden styles

• Compact spaces or focal points

• Multi-season colour and texture

Enhance your garden with the distinct foliage and seasonal flair of Cornus ‘Trinity Star’, available now from Blerick Tree Farm – a standout choice for ornamental impact and easy care.