Cornus kousa 'Wolf Eyes'

Common Name:
Dogwood – Cornus kousa 'Wolf Eyes'

Description:
Cornus kousa 'Wolf Eyes' is a compact, variegated cultivar of the Chinese Dogwood, prized for its elegant cream-edged foliage and graceful form. In late spring to early summer, it produces masses of creamy-white floral bracts, which stand out beautifully against the finely margined, wavy green and white leaves. As the seasons shift, the foliage develops striking pink to burgundy tones in autumn, enhancing its year-round visual appeal. ‘Wolf Eyes’ is slower growing than other kousa varieties, making it ideal for small gardens, feature planting, or shaded courtyards. It performs well in Melbourne’s climate in full sun to part shade, in well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Its variegated leaves bring light and texture to the garden, even when not in flower.

Form:
Tree – Small
Shrub – Large

Mature Size:
Height: 2.5–3 m
Width: 2.5–3 m

Aspect:
Full Sun
Part Shade

Flowering:
Flowers in Late Spring
Flowers in Early Summer

Flower Colour:
Creamy White

Key Attributes:
Variegated Foliage
Spectacular Flower Display
Compact Form
Deciduous
Autumn Foliage Colour
Cold Hardy
Low Maintenance
Suitable for Small Gardens
Suitable for Feature Planting

Toxicity:
Non-toxic to humans and animals

Companion Plants:
Cornus florida 'First Lady'
Hydrangea quercifolia
Magnolia stellata
Liriope muscari
Helleborus x hybridus