Cornus kousa 'Miss Satomi' Japanese Dogwood - 120-150cm, 25lt

Cornus kousa 'Miss Satomi' is a medium-sized, spreading, deciduous shrub or small tree with tan and grey peeling bark and ovate, glossy, dark green leaves, deep red and purple in autumn. Four deep-pink bracts surround the centre cluster of tiny greenish flowers blooming in May and June. Flowers are followed by pink, strawberry-like, ornamental fruits attractive to birds. Cornus kousa 'Miss Satomi' likes fertile, rich, slightly acidic, medium moisture, well-drained soils, but can adapt to most soil types. It thrives in full sun to light shade. It is resistant to frost, but needs to be sheltered from harsh winter winds. Generally, pest-free and disease-free. Low maintenance plant, doesn’t require pruning. Japanese Dogwood ‘Miss Satomi’ is a stunning ornamental shrub, very easy to grow. It is perfect for informal, cottage, urban, and wildlife gardens. Excellent as a specimen plant. Great for beds and borders, shrub borders, or informal hedges and screens. Suitable for growing in containers.