Kousa Dogwood Tree: The Perfect Small Landscape Tree for Spring & Fall Color

The Kousa Dogwood Tree (Cornus kousa) is one of the best small landscape trees you can plant if you want beautiful seasonal color without overwhelming your yard. In this Plant of the Week video, Coach Matt explains why this ornamental tree is such a favorite for homeowners across the Upper Midwest, Great Lakes, and New England regions. Known for its show-stopping white spring bracts and brilliant red-orange fall foliage, the Kousa Dogwood adds visual interest to landscapes nearly all year long. It’s also an excellent choice for smaller yards, growing to a manageable height without interfering with foundations, walkways, or structures. In this video you’ll learn: • Why Kousa Dogwoods are perfect for smaller landscapes • What climates this tree thrives in • Where it should NOT be planted • The beautiful seasonal changes that make it stand out • Alternative names you might hear at nurseries If you’re planning a landscape and want a reliable ornamental tree with four-season appeal, the Kousa Dogwood is absolutely worth considering. ⸻ Helpful Yard Coach Resources 📘 Landscaping Simplified eBook https://www.youryardcoach.com/landsca... 📋 15-Step DIY Landscaping Project Checklist https://www.youryardcoach.com/15-step... 🎓 Homescape 2.0 DIY Landscaping Course https://www.youryardcoach.com/diy-lan... 📞 Landscape Video Consultation with Coach Matt https://www.youryardcoach.com/yard-co... ⸻ Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:06 Plant of the Week – Kousa Dogwood 0:30 Beautiful Spring Flowers 0:40 Perfect Tree Size for Landscapes 1:29 Climate Limitations 2:01 Areas Where It Struggles 2:07 Best Regions to Plant 2:27 Other Names for Kousa Dogwood #Landscaping #PlantOfTheWeek #YardCoach