Personal Bio:

Faculty Bio: Doug MacLeod joined the Moses Brown faculty in 1989 as a dedicated member of the English department. Throughout his multi-decade career at the school, Doug has inspired upper school students to dive deeply into literature, creative writing, and critical analysis. Known for his engaging classroom discussions and sharp wit, he has helped generations of students find their unique voices as writers. Beyond his work in the classroom, Doug has been heavily involved in the school's community life, including mentoring student publications and supporting school events, making him a central figure in the Moses Brown community.

Kousa Dogwood:

Scientific Name

Cornus kousa

Family

Cornaceae

Description

Kousa dogwood is a handsome, small to medium-sized tree with a vase-shaped, conical form in youth, developing horizontal branching and a wide-spreading, rounded canopy as it matures.

Leaves are opposite, simple, 2.5–4 inches long, oval to elliptical, shiny and dark green above and paler beneath, edges entire; tip pointed, base with a short petiole and featuring distinct tufts of golden-brown hairs on the underside at the veins, turning reddish-purple to scarlet in the fall.

Bark is smooth and light brown on young trees, becoming highly attractive with age as it develops exfoliating patches of tan and brown that create a mottled appearance.

Twigs are thin, initially purple to green in color, later turning light brown and smooth as they mature.

Flowers late spring, stalk nestled among the fresh green leaves, appearing after the foliage emerges; flowers inconspicuous, small and yellowish-green, tightly clustered in a central head and surrounded by four showy, large, creamy-white or pink, pointed bracts.

Fruits late summer to early fall, borne on 1.5–2 inch long stalks; fruit 1–1.5 inches long, a round drupe resembling a raspberry, light red to pink with a fleshy, yellowish-orange interior containing a solitary stone.

Other Common Names

Kousa Dogwood

Size

Height: 20 ft. 0 in. - 30 ft. 0 in.

Source: North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox