Dramatic fuchsia-pink blooms float atop dark green foliage in late spring and last for several weeks. Each bloom, formed by pointed bracts that do not overlap, resembles a four-pointed star. Leaves emerge with purple blush. Developed by Dr. Tom Molnar at Rutgers University.
Cornus kousa 'Rutpink'
Scarlet Fire® Dogwood
USDA Zone: 5
Height: 20′
Spread: 18′
Description:
Shape
Broadly oval
Foliage
Dark green
Fall Color
Maroon
Flower
Large bracts, deep pink to fuchsia
Fruit
Red, 1"
Disease Resistance
Dogwood anthracnose and powdery mildew