Cornelian cherry
Cornus mas
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A deciduous shrub or small tree prized for its early yellow flowers and edible red fruits that ripen to deep red. It offers multi-season interest with attractive foliage and a dense branching structure.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Central and Southern Europe, Western Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Notable Cultivars
'Elegant' and 'Flava' are known for superior fruit production and flavor. 'Variegata' offers ornamental variegated foliage but produces less fruit.
Sub-canopy
Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
A deciduous shrub or small tree prized for its early yellow flowers and edible red fruits that ripen to deep red. It offers multi-season interest with attractive foliage and a dense branching structure.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Cornelian cherry grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Central and Southern Europe, Western Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Sub-canopy
Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
Companion Planting
Plants well with
Notable Cultivars
'Elegant' and 'Flava' are known for superior fruit production and flavor. 'Variegata' offers ornamental variegated foliage but produces less fruit.