Cornelian Cherry,Dogwood. A spreading shrub or small tree with dark green leaves, which turn red- purple in autumn. Yellow flowers are produced in small umbels before the leaves appear and are followed by fleshy bright red fruit. Max Height 5m. Max Spread 5m. Flowers February to March. Fruits August. Full Sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Cornus mas
A spreading shrub or small tree with dark green leaves, which turn red- purple in autumn. Yellow flowers are produced in small umbels before the leaves appear and are followed by fleshy bright red fruit.
Additional information
| Generic | Cornus |
|---|---|
| Species | mas |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Cornelian Cherry, Dogwood |
| Flower Colour | Yellow |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full Sun |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 5m |
| Family | Cornaceae |
| Spread | 5m |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Rounded to broadly spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | Green |
| Flowers From | February, March |
| Colour Fruit | Red |
| Fruits When | August |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Sheltered Site |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border, Specimen |
| Toxicity | |
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