Cornelian Cherry, Cornel, Sorbet Edible Dogwood
Remarkably ornamental and adaptable, Cornus mas (Cornelian Cherry) is a deciduous shrub or small tree providing multiseason interest. In late winter to early spring, a profusion of small, rounded clusters of tiny, bright yellow flowers open on the naked branches and will persist for several weeks. The showy blooms are followed by attractive, glossy red, cherry-like fruits in midsummer. Edible, they may be used for syrups and preserves.
Bushy, this small to medium-sized flowering tree sports oval dark green leaves that turn purple in the fall before shedding to the ground and revealing the rough, rich brown, exfoliating bark. A tough landscape tree of great beauty.
| Hardiness |
5 - 8 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
5 - 8 |
| Climate Zones | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs, Trees |
| Plant Family | Cornaceae |
| Genus | Cornus |
| Common names | Cornelian Cherry, Cornel, Dogwood |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early) Summer (Mid) Fall Winter |
| Height |
15' - 25' (4.6m - 7.6m) |
| Spread |
12' - 20' (3.7m - 6.1m) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Tolerance | Deer, Clay Soil |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Hedges And Screens |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden |
| Hardiness |
5 - 8 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
5 - 8 |
| Climate Zones | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs, Trees |
| Plant Family | Cornaceae |
| Genus | Cornus |
| Common names | Cornelian Cherry, Cornel, Dogwood |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early) Summer (Mid) Fall Winter |
| Height |
15' - 25' (4.6m - 7.6m) |
| Spread |
12' - 20' (3.7m - 6.1m) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Tolerance | Deer, Clay Soil |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Hedges And Screens |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden |
How many Cornus mas (Cornelian Cherry) do I need for my garden?
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|---|---|---|
| Cornus mas (Cornelian Cherry) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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