Heart Throb Kousa Dogwood

Heart Throb Kousa Dogwood (Cornus kousa 'Schmred') Heart Throb Kousa Dogwood (Cornus kousa 'Schmred') is a bold, ornamental tree prized for its rich, rose-red blooms and compact, symmetrical form. A standout among Kousa selections, this cultivar was bred for its intense flower color and refined structure, offering a high-impact focal point in smaller garden spaces or front-yard landscapes. Distinctive Features 'Heart Throb' sets itself apart with deep rose to crimson-pink bracts that appear in early summer, often lasting for several weeks. The color intensifies with age, creating a show-stopping floral display. Its lush green foliage turns vibrant shades of red and burgundy in fall, and small, raspberry-like fruit add late-summer interest. The tree typically grows 15 to 20 feet tall and wide, forming a neat, vase-like silhouette with horizontal branching. Growing Conditions...