Satomi Dogwood Tree

Cornus kousa 'Satomi'

Nature Hills Nursery

Late-Spring Pink Blooms Extend Your Flowering Season When Other Plants Fade
Thrives in Zones 5-9
Stunning Deep Purple, Red Fall Foliage
Showy Pink Blooms in Late Spring
Top Pick for Street Tree or Mass Planting

$81⁸³

Shipping calculated at checkout.

Out of stock

Enter your ZIP code to check shipping availability.

Plant Size

Product variants

Planting & Care

Where to Plant

Sunlight: Aim for at least 6 hours of direct sunlight to achieve the most intense pink color in the floral bracts. In regions with intense summer heat, afternoon shade is beneficial to prevent the foliage from scorching and the flower color from bleaching out.
Soil: These trees thrive in rich, well drained soil that is slightly acidic. If you are dealing with heavy clay, mix in plenty of compost and plant the tree in a slight mound to ensure water drains away from the root flare.

Watering Requirements

During the first two years of establishment, provide about one inch of water per week through deep soakings. While the Satomi Dogwood is more drought tolerant than native species once mature, inconsistent moisture during the heat of summer can cause the tree to drop leaves early or produce fewer flower buds for the following spring.

Pruning Tips

This variety blooms on old wood, so the best time to prune is immediately after the flowers fade in late spring. Pruning too late in the summer will remove the buds already forming for next year. Focus on removing dead or crossing branches to maintain the natural, elegant horizontal structure of the canopy.

Fertilizer Needs

Use a balanced, slow release fertilizer in early spring just as you see the first signs of new green growth. Avoid using high nitrogen fertilizers after the middle of summer. Excess nitrogen late in the season stimulates soft, new growth that cannot harden off in time for winter, making the tree vulnerable to frost damage.

Delivery and Shipping

Shipping Rates

Ships in 7-10 business days • Tracking provided • Weather protected

Under $50	$9.99
$50 - $99.99	$14.99
$100 - $149.99	$16.99
$150 - $198.99	$24.99
$199+	FREE

✓ Zone-specific timing • ✓ Professional packaging • ✓ Health guarantee

Understanding Our Container Sizes

At Nature Hills, our plants are sold in industry-standard nursery containers. You will notice we use the word "container" rather than "gallon." Container numbers follow a nursery trade size standard, not liquid volume. The number tells you the plant's size category and general maturity level. A larger container means a more established plant with a stronger root system.

Container Sizes

Quart

Plant age: 6 months to 1 year
Best for: Ground covers, perennials, ornamental grasses
What to expect: Our smallest and most affordable size. Well-suited for planting in multiples across a large area. Allow 1 to 2 seasons for full establishment.

#1 Container

Plant age: 1 to 2 years
Best for: Shrubs, perennials, smaller trees
What to expect: About the size of a large coffee can. A well-developed root system in a manageable size. Good value choice when you have time to let the plant grow into the space over a season or two.

#2 Container

Plant age: 2 to 3 years
Best for: Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment
What to expect: A noticeable step up from a #1 in both plant size and root development. Good choice when you want visible presence without going to a larger size.

#3 Container

Plant age: 3 to 4 years
Best for: Most plants, most situations — flowering trees, shade trees, evergreen shrubs
What to expect: Our most popular size. Strong, developed root system. Plants in a #3 container make an immediate visual impact from day one. If you want a head start rather than waiting seasons for a plant to fill in, this is typically the right choice.

#5 Container and Larger

Plant age: 4 to 5+ years
Best for: Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact
What to expect: Large, mature plants ready to make an immediate statement in your landscape. We also carry #7 and larger sizes for select varieties.

Why "Container" and Not "Gallon"?

Nursery container sizes follow an industry trade standard established for the nursery and horticulture industry. The number is a size designation, not a measurement of liquid volume. Actual soil volume varies by plant type, root mass, and growing medium. Using "container" is the accurate industry term. When you see #1, #2, or #3, think of it as the plant's size tier, not a gallon measurement.

Root Pouch Containers

Some Nature Hills plants arrive in a Root Pouch, a breathable fabric container made from 100% recycled materials. Root Pouches encourage denser root development through air pruning, which discourages root circling and promotes a stronger, more fibrous root ball at the time of planting.

Plants growing in Root Pouch fabric containers, showing the breathable woven fabric construction

There are two types. Knowing which one you have changes how you plant:

Degradable (brown or tan fabric): Plant the entire pouch directly in the ground. The fabric breaks down naturally in the soil over time.
Non-degradable (black or gray fabric): Remove the pouch before planting. Cut the bottom open with scissors, then peel the sides away. The fibrous root ball will hold its shape.

Not sure which type you have? Check the tag on your plant or contact us and we will confirm.

Full Root Pouch planting guide

Choosing the Right Size

Size	Plant Age	Best For
Quart	6 mo to 1 yr	Ground covers, perennials, grasses. Budget-friendly for mass plantings.
#1 Container	1 to 2 yrs	Shrubs, perennials, small trees. Value choice for patient gardeners.
#2 Container	2 to 3 yrs	Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment.
#3 Container	3 to 4 yrs	Most plants. Immediate visual impact. Our most popular size.
#5 and larger	4+ yrs	Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact.

Still not sure which size is right for your project? Our plant specialists are happy to help. Contact us and we will point you in the right direction.

Plant specifications
Plant Characteristics	Cold hardy, Flowering, Fall Color/Interest, Disease resistant, Ornamental Berries/Fruit, Thornless, Attracts pollinators, Fast-growing, Groundcover
Hardiness Zone	5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b
Sunlight	Full sun
Height	15-30 ft
Width	15-30 ft
Watering Needs	Moderate
Growth Rate	Moderate
Blooms In	Spring
Flower Color	Pink
Suitable Space	Outdoors
Plant Name	Dogwood
Botanical Name	Cornus kousa 'Satomi'
Species	kousa
Cultivar	Satomi
Class	Cornales
Does Not Ship To	AK, HI, ID, MT, PR

The Satomi Dogwood (Cornus kousa 'Satomi') is an outstanding ornamental for spring color and fall interest. This is a great choice for your yard as the spring blooms come a bit later in the season. When your other spring-blooming plants are beginning to fade, your Satomi Japanese Dogwood will just be getting started!

This extension of your yard's spring glory will begin with clusters of four-petaled, delicate pink flower-like bracts that stand out amid the landscape plantings. These flowers are nectar-rich beacons for beneficial pollinators!

As the blooms fade, the pointed, ovate leaves become prominent giving your Dogwood a lush green appearance for the summer months. The multi-stemmed growth is horizontally-inclined, creating a lovely symmetry and low canopy.

Late summer and fall bring red berries that resemble large raspberries that you and your local songbirds can both enjoy! Birds will flock to your yard to enjoy a treat from your Dogwood, but you can also sample them for a unique, natural snack. While not as tasty as other berries, the Dogwood berry is sometimes enjoyed primarily for its juice. As fall approaches you'll also begin to see your Dogwood's foliage change to a deep red that will certainly stand out amid the usual lighter red hues!

Hardy throughout USDA growing zones 5 to 9, these deciduous trees drop their foliage to reveal bark that is grey and peeling which will draw your eye during the winter months!

Planting and Application:

Satomi Dogwood has a lot to offer as an ornamental planting! Year-round interest and even edible fruit for humans and wildlife make this an outstanding choice for your landscape. Plant these lovely understory trees in winding rows or in informal groups for a naturalized woodland setting! Dogwood looks best when you use an odd number of trees, artistically placed in an allée or even a zig-zag for best results.

Raise on a berm to further highlight this gorgeous tree and its four seasons of interest! It would look terrific in the center of a garden bed with lower plants to complement it. It could also stand alone in your front yard as a specimen focal point to draw the eye.

Gorgeous street trees, graceful shade trees, and even for privacy hedgerows and shelterbelts mixed with other flowering trees and shrubs! Keep the lower branching intact for screening en masse or in long rows mixed with other flowering shrubs and shrubby trees! You'll create wildlife, pollinator, and bird-friendly privacy havens with ease!

Big Display in Early Spring!
Showy Bright Pink Bracts Fade White In The Center
Graceful Form & Green Foliage
Birds Love The Fall Red Berries
Outstanding Fall Color & Winter Appeal!
Hardy Small Native Tree, Woodland, Groupings, Understory & Specimens

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Satomi can grow in full sun and loves a rich organic, acidic soil that drains well is best, but tolerates just about any soil condition. They love having their root systems covered with a 3-4 inch thick layer of mulch to keep the root system evenly moist and cooler. They do not like the sun to bake the roots beneath. Additional moisture weekly or as needed will also keep your plant happy. Flowering Japanese Dogwood Trees shows better cold hardiness and for sure should be used in areas where Dogwood Anthracnose is a problem as this beauty has no serious disease problems.

Prune them to shape when dormant, and remove water growth or suckers after flowering. Decide what you want to keep first, then remove crossed branches and branches heading into the interior of the canopy to open it up for sunlight penetration and air circulation.

Full Sun Trees
Needs Well-Drained Acidic Soil
Moderate Moisture Needs
Prune When Dormant
Tolerates Deer, & Pest/Disease-Resistant

Buy a unique Dogwood with spring and fall interest, the Satomi Japanese Dogwood will light up your landscape year-round! Order your new favorite wildlife-friendly ornamental flowering trees from Nature Hills today!

Explore More from Nature Hills

The Satomi Dogwood makes an excellent addition to any landscape alongside other flowering trees and complements our full selection of dogwood trees and zone 5 plants, trees & shrubs. For comprehensive growing guidance, explore our How Do You Care For Dogwood Trees? article and learn about the fascinating History Of The Dogwood Tree.

Free shipping

On all orders over $199
Plant Sentry™

Compliant guaranteed
Easy returns

Hassle free returns policy
Live Chat

Talk to a real person

Wonderful

When I bought this house it came with the Satomi Dogwood. It is the most amazing tree. It's shape is unique and the pink flowers that start out green are wonderful. The height is perfect for viewing and Fall colors are also a great addition to my garden. This is on a front corner and steals the show.

Hi Nikki,

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with the Satomi Dogwood tree! We’re delighted to hear how beautifully it has become a highlight of your garden—and on the front corner, no less. Satomi Dogwoods truly are special with their unique shape, maidens shades of pink that unfold from green, and those stunning fall colors. It sounds like the perfect showstopper for your space!

If you ever want tips on how to care for it through the seasons or enhance its blooms or foliage, feel free to reach out. Regular watering during dry spells, avoiding heavy pruning, and a bit of mulch can really help keep it thriving.

Thanks again for your lovely insight—we adore hearing how these plants create lasting beauty for our gardeners.

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team

Wonderful

Hi Nikki,

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with your Satomi Dogwood Tree! We’re thrilled to hear that this lovely tree has made such a beautiful impact on your garden, especially with its unique shape and those stunning pink flowers changing from green. The vibrant fall colors add that extra seasonal charm, and we couldn’t agree more—it’s truly a showstopper placed perfectly on your front corner.

If you ever want tips on how to keep it thriving, consider regular mulching and ensuring it gets consistent watering during dry spells — Satomi Dogwoods appreciate rich, well-drained soil and partial sunlight. Also, occasional pruning can help maintain that striking shape you love so much. Should you need advice or want to explore companion plants to complement it, we’re just a message away!

Thanks again for your lovely feedback, Nikki. Your Satomi Dogwood sounds like a true garden treasure.

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team

Late Spring blooms

I was looking for a plant that would bloom in late spring since my forsythia are finished with their yellow display so early. Well, the Satomi Dogwood has done its job. It is in my front yard and gives color in late spring -- and red leaves in fall. Birds come to visit since they love the berries. An extra bonus!

Hello Charlie,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with your Satomi Dogwood Tree! We’re thrilled to hear that it’s perfectly complementing your garden with beautiful late spring blooms and vibrant red leaves in the fall. It’s truly delightful that your tree is also attracting birds — those visits always feel like a special reward for any gardener!

If you're interested in enhancing the bird visitation even more or getting extra vibrancy from your tree, consider adding a little mulch around the base to help retain moisture and regulate soil temperature. Regular, deep watering—especially during dry spells—can keep your Satomi Dogwood thriving year after year. We’d love for you to explore other complementary plants that flower throughout different seasons to keep your garden colorful and inviting year-round.

Thanks again for your fantastic feedback. Happy to assist if you ever have any questions or want more planting tips!

Wishing you happy planting,
The Nature Hills Plant Experts

Late Spring blooms

Hi Charlie,

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with the Satomi Dogwood Tree! We're delighted to hear that it provides the late spring color you were looking for after your forsythias have finished blooming. The transition from spring flowers to those vibrant red fall leaves indeed makes the tree a versatile addition to any landscape. Plus, knowing it’s attracting birds with its berries is such a heartwarming bonus—nature’s way of joining your garden’s celebration!

If you ever want to enhance your tree’s display or ensure its ongoing health, be sure to mulch around the base to retain moisture and consider periodic feeding with a balanced fertilizer in early spring. We also recommend a full planting guide on our website for future reference—feel free to reach out if you'd like us to send that over!

Thanks again for your feedback, and may your garden continue to thrive beautifully.

Wishing you happy planting,
The Nature Hills Plant Experts

A lot to offer

Satomi Dogwood has a lot to offer. I didn't realize the fruit was edible until a local tree guy told me. After the blooms, the leaves are such a dark, rich green. I love it!

Hello Leslie,

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with the Satomi Dogwood Tree! We're delighted to hear how much you love its beautiful dark, rich green leaves after the blooms — they truly are a standout feature. It’s a lovely bonus that the fruit is edible, and it’s great that the local tree expert was able to share that tidbit with you. If you ever want to explore recipes or ideas for using the fruit, we’d be happy to help point you in the right direction.

If you have any questions about caring for your Satomi Dogwood as it grows or want tips on what to plant nearby, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re always here to support your gardening journey.

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team

Frequently Asked Questions

What hardiness zones is the Satomi Dogwood suitable for?

The Satomi Dogwood thrives in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9. This wide range makes it suitable for most temperate regions across the United States. Choose a location with partial shade for best results in your zone.

Does the Satomi Dogwood tolerate full sun all day, or does it prefer shade?

Satomi Dogwood thrives as an understory tree, preferring partial shade to filtered sunlight rather than intense full sun all day. This variety performs best with morning sun and afternoon protection in zones 5-9. Plant it under taller trees or on the north side of structures for optimal growing conditions available at naturehills.com.

What type of soil does the Satomi Dogwood need, and should it be acidic?

Satomi Dogwood thrives in well-draining, slightly acidic to neutral soil with a pH between 6.0-7.0. As an understory tree hardy in zones 5-9, it adapts to various soil types but performs best with consistent moisture. Amend heavy clay with compost and avoid waterlogged conditions.

How much water does the Satomi Dogwood require after planting?

Water newly planted Satomi Dogwood deeply 2-3 times per week for the first growing season. These understory trees prefer consistent moisture but not waterlogged soil. Reduce frequency once established, typically after one full year of growth.

When is the best time to prune a Satomi Dogwood?

Prune Satomi Dogwood in late winter while dormant, before spring growth begins. Since this variety blooms later than other spring flowers, avoid pruning after buds swell to preserve the pink bracts. Remove only dead, damaged, or crossing branches to maintain its natural horizontal branching habit.

What fertilizer should I use for a newly planted Satomi Dogwood, and when?

Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (10-10-10) in early spring before new growth begins. Newly planted Satomi Dogwoods benefit from light feeding to establish roots without forcing excessive top growth. Apply according to package directions around the drip line, water thoroughly.

Is the Satomi Dogwood resistant to dogwood anthracnose and other diseases?

Cornus kousa varieties like Satomi Dogwood show better resistance to dogwood anthracnose than native dogwoods. Japanese dogwoods are generally more disease-resistant overall. Plant in well-draining soil with good air circulation to prevent fungal issues.

How will I know if my Satomi Dogwood tree is healthy when buying it from a nursery (e.g., leaves and buds)?

Look for vibrant green foliage without yellowing or brown spots, and firm buds that aren't dried out or damaged. The bark should appear healthy without cracks or discoloration. Check that branches are flexible and the root ball feels moist but not waterlogged when you lift the container.

What are your shipping options for Satomi Dogwood trees, and do you ship to my area?

We ship Satomi Dogwood trees nationwide to USDA zones 5-9 where they're hardy. Shipping options and availability vary by location and season. Check your zip code at checkout to see specific delivery options and timing for your area.

Satomi Dogwood Tree

Cornus kousa 'Satomi'