Cornus kousa Lustgarten Weeping

Lustgarten Weeping Chinese Dogwood

Botanical name: Cornus kousa ‘Lustgarten Weeping’

Overview
A distinctive weeping Kousa dogwood prized for its graceful cascading branches and elegant layered structure. Creamy-white star-shaped bracts appear in late spring to early summer after leaf-out, followed by glossy green foliage. In fall, leaves transition to scarlet to burgundy tones, and ornamental red fruit adds additional seasonal interest. ‘Lustgarten Weeping’ delivers refined form and strong architectural impact in the landscape.

Size



Width: 15–20 ft



Height: 10–15 ft



Hardiness



USDA Zones: 5a–8b



Light



Full sun to partial shade



Morning sun with afternoon shade preferred in hotter regions



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 to showcase its cascading, horizontal branching habit



Notes



Shape: Broad, strongly weeping with layered branching



Exfoliating bark develops with maturity for winter interest



Excellent specimen tree for focal points, courtyards, and water features



Minimal pruning required; prune only for structure or deadwood

Plant type

Flowering Ornamental Tree

Height

10-15'

Width

15-20'

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Early Summer, Late Spring

Flower color

White

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Red

Attracts

Butterflies

Soil

Acidic, Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Specimen

Shape

Weeping

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No