Even on a cloudy day, the Cornus kousa dogwood will brighten your day. This tree is a cousin to the American Dogwood. Native to China and Japan, it is theorized that over the millennia the Kousa Dogwood developed fleshy fruits which were appealing to the monkeys in these countries. Here in the Arboretum, this tree is a fan favorite for its seasonality, providing varied interest throughout the year. We are fortunate enough to have a number of these specimen trees on both Campuses, but probably the easiest to find is the one in the Atrium on the Medford Campus.
Jane K. Weston,
Director of Development and Community Relations,
Medford Leas
