Scarlet Fire Kousa Dogwood Live Tree, Cornus kousa 'Rutpink', Pink Fuchsia Blooms, 2–3 Feet Tall, USDA Zones 5–8, 6 Inch Pot

Make a spectacular statement in your landscape with Cornus kousa 'Scarlet Fire' ('Rutpink'), an outstanding Kousa dogwood prized for its exceptionally rich pink-to-fuchsia floral display.

This live tree measures approximately 2–3 feet tall and ships in a 6-inch pot. Developed through Rutgers University's breeding program, 'Scarlet Fire' is celebrated for its vibrant flower color, attractive seasonal foliage, and year-round landscape appeal.

🌸 Brilliant Pink-Fuchsia Blooms

In late spring to early summer, typically around June, the tree produces large, star-shaped flower displays.

• Rich, saturated pink-to-fuchsia bracts

• Flowers approximately 4–5 inches across

• Pointed bracts with a distinctive star-like appearance

• Showy floral display that can last approximately 6–8 weeks

Unlike some older pink Kousa dogwood varieties, 'Scarlet Fire' is noted for maintaining strong pink coloration during hot weather.

🍃 Beautiful Foliage Throughout the Seasons

This dogwood offers attractive seasonal changes beyond its flowers:

• Spring: New leaves emerge with purple and bronze tones.

• Summer: Foliage matures to a rich, clean dark green.

• Fall: Leaves transform into fiery orange and scarlet-red shades.

• Winter: Mature trees develop attractive mottled tan and gray exfoliating bark.

After flowering, the tree can develop pinkish-red, strawberry-like aggregate fruits that provide seasonal interest and may attract birds.

🌳 Growth & Mature Size

• Botanical name: Cornus kousa

• Cultivar: 'Scarlet Fire' ('Rutpink')

• Plant height when shipped: Approximately 2–3 feet

• Shipping pot: 6-inch pot

• Mature height: Approximately 20–25 feet

• Mature spread: Approximately 15–20 feet

• Growth rate: Moderately vigorous, with reported annual growth of 12–24 inches under favorable conditions

• USDA hardiness zones: 5–8

☀️ Growing Conditions

• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade. Around 4–6 or more hours of direct sunlight can help encourage especially vibrant flowering.

• Soil: Prefers moist, organically rich, well-drained soil, from acidic to neutral.

• Water: Average water needs; provide consistent moisture during hot, dry periods.

• Mulch: A 2–3-inch layer of organic mulch around the root zone can help retain soil moisture and protect shallow roots.

🌿 Health & Landscape Uses

'Scarlet Fire' was selected for strong garden performance, with excellent reported resistance to dogwood anthracnose and powdery mildew, as well as good deer resistance.

Its striking flowers and changing seasonal colors make it a beautiful choice for:

• Front-yard specimen trees

• Entryways and patio landscapes

• Woodland garden edges

• Shrub borders and layered plantings

• Four-season landscape focal points

📦 Shipping Information

You will receive one live Scarlet Fire Kousa Dogwood measuring approximately 2–3 feet tall and shipped in a 6-inch pot.

Please unpack your plant promptly after delivery and give it time to adjust to its new environment. Some leaf or foliage stress may occur during shipping.

Please note: Flowering depends on plant maturity, season, and growing conditions. Your young tree may not arrive with flowers or fruit. Natural variations in height, branching, and foliage are normal.