Melinda Myers

Cornelian Cherry Dogwood

Botanical Name

Cornus mas

Hardiness

Zones 4 to 7(8)

Height

20 to 25 feet

Width

15 to 20 feet

Flowers

March to April: yellow

Fruit

Bright cherry red oblong drupe

Light

Full sun to part shade

Soil

Moist, well-drained, adaptable

Planting & Care

• Transplant B&B when young

Problems

None serious

Varieties

• Elegant, Pioneer, Redstone - heavy fruit set
• Flava - yellow fruit, ripens earlier
• Spring Glow - nice foliage, habit and flowers