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Chinese Dogwood Scarlet Fire

Cornus 'Rutpink'
A deciduous flowering tree prized for its vivid pink blooms and striking foliage. Grows 15 feet tall and wide. Great for landscapes and specimen plantings. Scarlet Fire thrives in USDA zones 5 through 8, making it a perfect choice for Texas beds across the state.

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Chinese Dogwood Scarlet Fire

Cornus 'Rutpink'

The Chinese Dogwood ‘Scarlet Fire’ is a stunning ornamental tree celebrated for its unique color display and elegant structure. In summer, it produces large, vibrant pink flowers that stand out beautifully against dark green foliage. As the seasons shift, its leaves turn shades of deep orange and red, offering year-round visual interest. Growing up to 15 feet in height and width, it’s a showstopper in any landscape.

  • Deciduous flowering tree
  • Moderate growth rate with a rounded habit
  • Vivid pink blooms all throughout summer
  • Deep green foliage that turns red-purple in fall
  • Hardy and adaptable

‘Scarlet Fire’ performs best in well-drained, acidic soil with full sun to partial shade. It’s heat-tolerant and cold-hardy, thriving across a wide range of climates. Hardy in USDA zones 5-8, ideal for Texas. This cultivar is great as a focal point in the landscape or paired with other ornamental trees for a layered landscape effect.

Special Features

Vivid pink blooms all throughout summer
Deep green foliage that turns red-purple in fall
Deciduous flowering tree
Hardy and adaptable
Moderate growth rate with a rounded habit
Leaf Retention:Deciduous
Scientific Name:Cornus 'Rutpink'
Sun Needs:Full Sun or Partial shade
Maturity:15' H x 15' W
Leaf Color:Delicate pink blooms dance atop vibrant green foliage that transforms into vivid shades of orange and red in the fall.
Flower Color:Pink
Bloom Times:Summer
Fall Color:Orange & Red
Berries:Yes

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