Pink Kousa Dogwood

Pink Kousa Dogwood is generally listed at a mature size of about 20 to 25 feet tall and 20 to 25 feet wide. It grows as a manageable ornamental tree that fits well into residential landscapes without becoming overwhelming.

This size makes it ideal for use as a specimen or understory tree. It provides real landscape presence while still working comfortably in front yards, along sidewalks, and in layered planting plans.

Pink Kousa Dogwood is considered a moderate grower and commonly grows about 1 to 2 feet per year under good conditions. Growth rate can vary depending on soil, moisture, sunlight, and how well the tree settles in after planting.

That moderate growth habit makes it a good long-term ornamental tree for homeowners who want steady development without an overly aggressive canopy. It balances beauty and manageability very well.

A traditional pink flowering dogwood usually refers to Cornus florida, while Pink Kousa Dogwood belongs to Cornus kousa. Kousa dogwoods bloom later, after the leaves emerge, and their flowers tend to be more pointed and star-like in appearance.

Pink Kousa Dogwood also stands out for its exfoliating bark and reputation for being easier to grow and less prone to certain disease issues than American flowering dogwood. That makes it a very appealing option for gardeners who want classic dogwood beauty with a few extra practical advantages.

Pink Kousa Dogwoods are generally considered relatively tidy ornamental trees. While all deciduous trees drop some leaves, flowers, and small twigs, this variety tends to produce less sudden flower drop and less overall debris than many other flowering trees.

Its more contained branching habit also helps it look neat in the landscape. For homeowners who want a pink flowering tree with a polished appearance and less mess, Pink Kousa Dogwood is a strong option.

Pink Kousa Dogwood is considered among the more deer-resistant dogwoods, which can make it a very useful choice in areas with moderate browsing pressure. That does not mean it is completely deer proof, but it is often a better option than more heavily browsed ornamental trees.

Young plants may still benefit from protection during establishment if deer activity is high. Even so, its relative deer resistance is a meaningful advantage for many homeowners choosing a specimen tree.

Pink Kousa Dogwood blooms in late spring to early summer, which is later than native flowering dogwood. This later bloom timing is one of the key features that sets it apart and allows it to extend the dogwood season in the landscape.

Because the tree has already leafed out by the time it flowers, the display feels lush and layered. The blooms can also remain attractive for nearly a month, giving it excellent ornamental value during the season.

Our trees and shrub heights are measured from the top of the root ball to the top of the plant. We do not include the root system in our measurements. You can be assured that if we sell a tree at 4 to 5 feet high that after planting the tree will be 4 to 5 feet tall after planting.

You might see our sizes listed as 4 to 5 feet tall. Simply put, trees and shrubs grow. We are always pruning our plants to promote better branching and fuller canopies. This ensures you receive a plant that has been properly pruned to ensure health and vitality. Doing this can often change the height by 6 to 8 inches. By grading trees into 1-foot increments it assures you that you get what you’re paying for. Oftentimes our trees are sold above the height we specify but we never ship a plant that does not make the minimum height we specify.