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Description
Cornus Kousa Miss Satomi is a deciduous flowering dogwood that is known for its large pink flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. These flowers are followed by small reddish-pink fruit that resembles raspberries. The tree has a slow growth rate and can reach a height of up to 20 feet with a spread of up to 25 feet. It has a rounded shape with a dense canopy of glossy green leaves that turn reddish-purple in the fall.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Cornales |
| Family | Cornaceae |
| Genus | Cornus |
Appearance
The Cornus Kousa Miss Satomi has a rounded shape with a dense canopy of glossy green leaves that turn reddish-purple in the fall. The tree produces large pink flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. These flowers are followed by small reddish-pink fruit that resembles raspberries. The bark of the tree is grayish-brown and develops a blocky texture as it ages.
Care Guide
The Cornus Kousa Miss Satomi needs to be watered regularly, especially during the first year of planting. It requires well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. Fertilization should be done in the spring with a slow-release fertilizer. This tree prefers full sun to partial shade and can tolerate a range of hardiness zones from 5 to 8.
Common Pests & Diseases
The Cornus Kousa Miss Satomi is not susceptible to many pests or diseases. However, it can be affected by dogwood anthracnose, which is a fungal disease that causes brown spots on the leaves and can lead to defoliation. It can also be affected by powdery mildew, which is a fungal disease that causes a white powdery coating on the leaves.
Habitat
The Cornus Kousa Miss Satomi is native to Japan, Korea, and China. It grows well in temperate climates and is commonly found in parks and gardens.
Question and Answer
Q: How often should I water my Cornus Kousa Miss Satomi?
A: The tree needs to be watered regularly, especially during the first year of planting. It prefers soil that is moist but well-draining.
Q: What is the hardiness zone range for Cornus Kousa Miss Satomi?
A: Cornus Kousa Miss Satomi can tolerate a range of hardiness zones from 5 to 8.
Q: How tall can Cornus Kousa Miss Satomi grow?
A: Cornus Kousa Miss Satomi can reach a height of up to 20 feet with a spread of up to 25 feet.
Q: When does Cornus Kousa Miss Satomi bloom?
A: Cornus Kousa Miss Satomi blooms in late spring to early summer.
Related Plants
- Cornus florida
- Cornus mas
- Cornus controversa
- Cornus sericea
References
- “Cornus Kousa ‘Miss Satomi’.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=c530.
- “Cornus kousa ‘Miss Satomi’.” Plant Finder, www.monrovia.com/plant-catalog/plants/2160/miss-satomi-dogwood/.
- “Cornus Kousa Miss Satomi.” University of Florida, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, edis.ifas.ufl.edu/mg253.
