Miss Satomi Kousa Dogwood Deer Resistant

Miss Satomi Kousa Dogwood Deer ResistantThe distinguishing characteristics of the 'Satomi' or 'Miss Satomi' kousa dogwood cultivar are a gentle layered form, blooms that open white and transform into a luxurious pink, and red edible fruits. Kousa dogwoods have a later and longer bloom time and the flowers will last around 6 weeks from June to July. In the fall the fruit ripens and 'Satomi' dogwood leaves turn a deep purplish red. The mature height of this tree is 15 to 20 ft. with a mature

Apply 2 to 4 inches of mulch to keep roots cool and moist

Forest Service documents that dogwood drupes serve as important food for numerous songbird species

delightful fragrance

The apples are of a nice medium size and the tree yields a good harvest mid to late season

red leaves highlighting your small urban yard or plant multiples to line a driveway

are often ignored by North American wildlife

but like most trees thrive in well-drained soil rich in organic matter

It has a long bloom period that lasts from late-spring into fall

Research documented in the USDA Forest Service Fire Effects Information System indicates that at least 75 animal species consume dogwood berries

The tree performs best in partial shade

The Brandywine Red Maple (Acer rubrum 'Brandywine') adds a full

but can reach 2 to 3 feet if not pruned