May-June
Cornus kousa var. chinensis, introduced in Europe by Ernest Wilson (1876-1930) in 1907. High (6-10 m) and wide, upright shrub or small tree. Grows stronger and higher than the species. Although the species is from Japan, this variety naturally occurs in China. The flowers are surrounded by 4 white bracts (protective leaves). The reddish-pink fruits are bigger than those of the species.