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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

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