Satomi Chinese dogwood
Cornus kousa 'Satomi'
USDA zones5 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size12 to 20 feet tall12 to 20 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Slow
- Habit
- Erect
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Pink
- Fall color
- Yes
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Satomi' Chinese dogwood (Cornus kousa 'Satomi') is a tree for borders, specimen planting, and food gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average moisture. Pink bracts open in spring, and red, strawberry-like fruit that you can eat follows in fall. It sits low on the menu for deer. The leaves turn scarlet red in fall, and bees and birds visit the tree.
Pairs well with Serviceberry, Stargazer lily, and Garlic chives.