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If you’re searching for Cornus kousa satomi for sale, you’re in the right place. This striking variety of Chinese dogwood brings exceptional beauty to New Zealand gardens with its vibrant pink flower bracts, graceful habit, and year-round appeal. Whether you’re revamping a landscape or looking for a special feature tree, Cornus kousa 'Satomi' is a standout choice for garden enthusiasts and collectors alike.

Cornus kousa 'Satomi'

Cornus kousa 'Satomi' is a small and popular, deciduous tree that features masses of large and showy, pink flowers in spring, which are followed by red berries in autumn. The glossy foliage is dark green and complements the flowers nicely. As autumn progresses, the leaves develop impressive shades of red before falling. It grows with an upright and spreading habit to about 4 m tall and 3 m wide. Cornus kousa 'Satomi' is commonly grown as a specimen and is excellent for including in a mixed planting, using in avenue plantings, maintaining in a courtyard garden, planting around outdoor living areas, or including in a cottage garden.

A Cornus kousa 'Satomi' specimen tree with masses of elegant pink flowers.
  • Suited to regions:
    All regions
  • Plant type:
    Trees
  • Height:
    4.00 m
  • Spread:
    3.00 m
  • Flowering time:
    Spring
  • Tolerances:
    Hardy
  • Garden uses:
    Living areas, Parks, Specimen
  • Garden styles:
    Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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About Cornus kousa 'Satomi'

Cornus kousa 'Satomi', also known as the Pink Flowering Dogwood, captivates with its spectacular display of rosy-pink, petal-like bracts that appear in abundance from late spring to early summer. Its layered, spreading branches give an elegant shape, while lush, deep green foliage shifts to fiery red and purple hues in autumn—making this deciduous tree a multi-season delight. As an extra bonus, modest strawberry-like red fruits appear in summer, attracting birds and adding even more interest.

Why Choose Cornus kousa 'Satomi'?

Gardeners choose Cornus kousa 'Satomi' for its adaptability, resilience, and striking ornamental value. Unlike some other dogwoods, this cultivar shows excellent resistance to diseases such as anthracnose, making it a reliable performer in a range of settings. It’s a wonderful option for:

Suitable for full sun to partial shade, Cornus kousa 'Satomi' thrives in moist, well-drained soil and appreciates minimal pruning to maintain its naturally graceful structure.

Companion Trees and Alternatives

If you love the distinctive tiered branching and beautiful blooms of dogwoods, you might also enjoy exploring our other cultivated varieties. Consider the elegant variegated foliage of the Cornus controversa variegata, or the rich red flowers of the Cornus Cherokee Chief. For brilliant white bracts, both Cornus 'Cherokee Princess' and Cornus 'Eddie's White Wonder' make exceptional choices.

If you’re interested in complementary shrubs and trees, try combining Cornus kousa 'Satomi' with the golden stems of Cornus stolonifera 'Flaviramea' for year-round colour contrast, or explore unique selections such as Ficus auriculata (Roxburgh Fig), Ulmus glabra Camperdownii (Ulmus camperdownii), Cercis canadensis Texas White, Eucalyptus crenulata (Silver Gum), and Acer shirasawanum 'Moonrise' to create a richly layered garden design.

Planting and Care Tips

To get the best out of your Cornus kousa 'Satomi', plant in a sheltered spot with dappled sunlight or morning sun. Ensure the soil remains moist but not waterlogged, and mulch generously in spring to conserve moisture and encourage healthy roots. Once established, minimal maintenance is required apart from occasional watering during dry spells and light pruning if needed.

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Enhance your landscape with the enduring beauty of Cornus kousa 'Satomi'. If you’re looking for Cornus kousa satomi for sale, browse our quality selection to find robust, nursery-grown specimens perfect for New Zealand gardens. With its graceful form and vivid seasonal colours, this sought-after tree brings timeless elegance to any garden space.


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