Cornelian Cherry
Cornus mas
Also known as
Cornel Sorbet, Edible Dogwood, Cornel, Sorbet, Cornejo Macho
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Full Sun
Moderate care
Light watering
Frost Hardy
H6
RHS hardiness
-20°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
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4m | Max | 4m |
2.5m | Min | 2.5m |
20 years to reach maturity
Fruiting
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
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Cornelian Cherry Overview
This species is a fast growing upright, spreading, deciduous tree, The leaves are elliptical-oval and glossy dark green; they are arranged oppositely. The flowers are profuse yellow and will appear in the spring; they cover the branches. It will grow to a height of about 7m.
How to propagate Cornelian Cherry
Layering
Propagate from seed or rooted layers struck in a moist sand-peat mixture.
Seed
Cuttings
By hardwood cuttings in winter.
Special features of Cornelian Cherry
Attracts bees
Other uses of Cornelian Cherry
Banks, hedging, specimen, ornamental, fruit. Spring/Winter interest.
Spring Flowering Garden Shrubs
These spring flowering shrubs are great additions, providing pollinators with habitat, shelter and food.
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