CORNUS mas

Commonly known as Cornel, Cornelian cherry

FLOWERING DOGWOODS

Small yellow flowers on naked twigs in February
Further Reading....
  • Deciduous
    dark-green leaves to 10cm (4in) long turning red-purple in autumn.
  • Yellow
  • Height
    5m (16ft)
  • Spread
    5m (16ft)
  • Tall Shrub
    Vigorous, spreading shrub or small tree. Fleshy, oblong, red fruit is produced in summer.
  • Hardy - very cold winter
    Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
  • Full sun
    Shelter from cold winds.
  • Partial shade

CORNUS mas

 
  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Planted in Britain since the 16th century or before, probably for the edible fruits which were made into preserves. Wildlife plant - nectar and pollen for insects
    Pests & Diseases
    None.
    Place of origin
    Europe and western Asia.
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf margin
    Entire
    		(see photos above)
  • Leaf shape
    Ovate
    		(see photos above)
  • Pruning group
    Pruning group 1
    Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
    Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
    When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Winter
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile well drained soil
    Humus rich.
    Neutral to acid soil
  • Tree Shape
    Rounded to broadly spreading
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
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Cornus (Flowering) - Growing Guide
Cornus Coloured Stemmed Dogswoods - Growing Guide
5m (16ft)
 Tall Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
  5m (16ft)
  

Buy Varieties of CORNUS mas

FLOWERING DOGWOODS

AWARD
CORNUS mas 'Aurea'

CORNUS mas 'Aurea'

Cornel, Cornelian cherry

leaves suffused a delicate yellow especially in spring, fading later

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AWARD
CORNUS mas 'Variegata'

CORNUS mas 'Variegata'

Cornel, Cornelian cherry

conspicuous white margined leaves. An excellent variegated small tree

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