Rosy new growth, creamy blooms, and a polished silhouette, like your landscape got a seasonal wardrobe upgrade
FEATURES:
- Cherry-red new growth that adds a vivid spring flush before maturing to green
- Creamy-white bracts in late spring for a bright bloom display after many spring trees finish
- Refined, upright habit that stays tidy and architectural in the landscape
- Textural, exfoliating bark that adds winter interest as the tree matures
- Ornamental fruit that adds late-season character and visual detail
- Fall color in scarlet to deep red tones for a bold autumn finale
- Hand Selected; Fresh from the Grower
- Ships on our trucks because the size of the tree - does not fit in a box.
Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip:
Let the spring flush do the styling for you. Pair the red new growth with burgundy heuchera, dark-leaved shrubs, or charcoal hardscape, then soften the edges with white blooms nearby to tie into the creamy bracts. It’s a simple palette that looks designer-level, like you planned it with a mood board instead of a last-minute cart at the garden center.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 5-8
- Mature Height: 15-20' tall
- Mature Width: 12-18' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun/Partial Shade
- Spacing: 12-18' apart
Cherry Fire Japanese Dogwood
Bower & Branch Trees and Plants
Cornus kousa 'Cherry Fire'
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Rosy new growth, creamy blooms, and a polished silhouette, like your landscape got a seasonal wardrobe upgrade
FEATURES:
- Cherry-red new growth that adds a vivid spring flush before maturing to green
- Creamy-white bracts in late spring for a bright bloom display after many spring trees finish
- Refined, upright habit that stays tidy and architectural in the landscape
- Textural, exfoliating bark that adds winter interest as the tree matures
- Ornamental fruit that adds late-season character and visual detail
- Fall color in scarlet to deep red tones for a bold autumn finale
- Hand Selected; Fresh from the Grower
- Ships on our trucks because the size of the tree - does not fit in a box.
Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip:
Let the spring flush do the styling for you. Pair the red new growth with burgundy heuchera, dark-leaved shrubs, or charcoal hardscape, then soften the edges with white blooms nearby to tie into the creamy bracts. It’s a simple palette that looks designer-level, like you planned it with a mood board instead of a last-minute cart at the garden center.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 5-8
- Mature Height: 15-20' tall
- Mature Width: 12-18' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun/Partial Shade
- Spacing: 12-18' apart
Why plant Cherry Fire Japanese Dogwood?
This one is for the person who wants spring color that isn’t just flowers. ‘Cherry Fire’ starts the season with a flush of cherry-red new foliage, the kind of fresh growth that looks like the tree is lit from within. Then, right as late spring settles in, it layers on a second act with creamy-white bracts that read like oversized blossoms and keep the garden in bloom mode when many other trees are already moving on.
Beyond the showy moments, it’s a strong design tree, with a naturally neat shape and a composed, elegant presence that makes beds look intentional. When fall arrives, it leans into drama again with scarlet to deep red foliage. It’s a multi-season performer with a modern edge, a little bold, a little refined, and absolutely not shy.
How to use Cherry Fire Japanese Dogwood in the landscape?
Use it as a feature tree in a front yard bed or near an entry where the red spring growth can be appreciated up close, then enjoy the late spring blooms as a second wave of seasonal interest. It’s a great choice for patio plantings and courtyard spaces, where its clean habit won’t overwhelm seating areas but still provides structure and shade over time. Place it as a transition tree between evergreen plantings and flowering shrubs, letting its spring foliage color echo warm-toned plantings while the creamy blooms brighten the mid-season palette. For a crisp look, keep the area around the trunk open or planted with low groundcovers so the branching form stays visible and the tree reads as a focal point instead of blending into the background.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bloom display is creamy white. Japanese dogwood produces showy bracts that look like petals, typically appearing in late spring for a bright, clean seasonal show.
Plant in full sun to part shade in well-drained soil and keep watering consistent during the first growing season. Morning sun is especially helpful for strong color and healthy growth, while a bit of afternoon shade can reduce stress in hotter climates. Mulch helps hold moisture and protects roots, just keep it a few inches away from the trunk.
Prune lightly in late winter to early spring, focusing on removing dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Avoid heavy pruning so you preserve the tree’s natural form and keep the strongest bloom display. A little clean-up goes a long way with this variety.
