Cornus kousa Teutonia

Price range: £65.00 through £195.00

SKU: CORN5486

Botanical Name: Cornus kousa ‘Teutonia’ Common Name: Kousa Dogwood ‘Teutonia’ Plant Type: Deciduous flowering tree (small tree / large shrub) Position: F

Botanical Name: Cornus kousa ‘Teutonia’ Common Name: Kousa Dogwood ‘Teutonia’ Plant Type: Deciduous flowering tree (small tree / large shrub) Position: Full sun to partial shade (sheltered is best) Soil: Moist, well-drained, fertile soil; slightly acidic to neutral Ultimate Height/Spread: Approx. 4–6m x 3–5m (slow to moderate) Growth Rate: Slow to moderate Foliage: Mid-green leaves, turning rich red-purple in autumn Flowering: Creamy-white bracts in early summer Hardiness: Hardy in Ireland & the UK

A refined dogwood with a long season of interest

Cornus kousa ‘Teutonia’ is one of those quietly impressive trees that brings beauty in layers. In early summer it’s covered in creamy-white bracts that sit like little stars above the foliage, giving a soft, luminous look without ever feeling over the top.

Through summer it stays fresh and elegant, and then in autumn the leaves deepen into rich reds and purples — a proper finale before the bare branches show off the tree’s lovely structure in winter. It’s a brilliant choice for a feature position in a smaller garden, courtyard, or as a focal point in a mixed border.

Where it thrives best

Like other kousa dogwoods, ‘Teutonia’ prefers soil that holds moisture but drains freely. A sheltered spot will protect the flowers and keep the foliage looking pristine. It’s happiest away from very dry ground and exposed, windy positions.

Styling ideas

Beautiful with woodland-style planting: ferns, hydrangeas, hostas, astrantias and spring bulbs
Looks stunning against evergreen backdrops (yew, ilex, clipped forms)
Works well in contemporary schemes with grasses and simple groundcover

Caragh Garden Notebook

Watering: Water well while establishing, especially in dry spells (first 1–2 years).
Mulch: Mulch annually to keep roots cool and conserve moisture.
Pruning: Minimal pruning needed — remove dead or crossing branches in late winter/early spring.
Top tip: If you can, avoid hot, baking afternoon sun in very dry gardens — a little shelter makes all the difference.