Cornus kousa Scarlet Fire 'Rutpink'
- Flowers unique deep pink to fuchsia color and a long flowering season.
- 5" Flowers last 6-8 weeks and stand up well in sunny, warm weather.
- Moderately vigorous tree is well branched and grows 3+ feet in first year and to 8 feet high in years 8-10.
- New leaf growth is tinged with purple, and its dark green leaves turn red in the fall.
- Can flower in its second year; heavy display soon after
- Good choice for woodland gardens as well as for screening or privacy.
- 1" pink-red fruits in the Fall add interest and color.
- Disease and pest resistance as well as cold and heat tolerance.
