Cornus kousa Hohmans Gold

Hohmans Gold Chinese Dogwood

Botanical name: Cornus kousa ‘Hohman’s Gold’

Overview
A vibrant golden-leaved Kousa dogwood prized for its bright yellow spring foliage that gradually softens to chartreuse-green as the season progresses. Creamy-white star-shaped bracts appear in late spring to early summer after leaf-out, standing out beautifully against the luminous foliage. Fall brings orange to reddish tones, followed by ornamental red fruit. ‘Hohman’s Gold’ provides strong foliage color and multi-season interest.

Size



Width: 15–20 ft



Height: 15–20 ft



Hardiness



USDA Zones: 5a–8b



Light



Full sun to partial shade



Morning sun with afternoon shade preferred in hotter regions to protect foliage color



Soil



Well-drained soils; prefers moist, organic-rich loam



Slightly acidic pH preferred



Avoid compacted or poorly drained sites



Attracts



Pollinators (flowers)



Birds (ornamental fruit)



Suitable Conditions



Performs best in cool to moderate climates



More heat- and disease-tolerant than Cornus florida



Allow space for layered branching and mature canopy spread



Notes



Shape: Upright when young, maturing to broad and layered



Bright foliage provides strong contrast in mixed plantings



Exfoliating bark develops with maturity for winter interest



Excellent specimen tree for lawns, courtyards, and woodland gardens



Minimal pruning required; prune only for structure or deadwood

Plant type

Flowering Ornamental Tree

Height

15-20'

Width

15-20'

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Spring

Flower color

White

Fall color

Red

Attracts

Birds, Butterflies

Soil

Acidic, Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Provide Shade, Specimen

Shape

Broad Upright, Globe Shaped

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No