Cornelian cherry (Cornus mas) is a shrub that can grow 3m – 8m tall and 3m – 8m wide.
This plant has several common names including: Cornelian cherry, cornel, sorbet or edible dogwood.
This is a deciduous plant that takes 10-20 years to reach full maturity.
Plant profile
Common name: Cornelian cherry, cornel, sorbet, edible dogwood
Scientific name: Cornus mas
Plant type: Shrubs
Habit: Bushy
Height: 3m – 8m
Spread: 3m – 8m
Foliage: Deciduous
Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial shade
Soil: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Moisture: Moist but well drained, Well drained
Garden type: Informal Garden
Planting type: Flower borders and bedding, Hedging & Screens
Other characteristics: Plants for pollinators
Seasonal colors
| Season | Stem | Foliage | Flower | Fruit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | ||||
| Summer | ||||
| Autumn | ||||
| Winter |
How to plant Cornelian cherry (Cornus mas) – AudreyMuratet, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Cultivation profiles – Growing Cornelian cherry (Cornus mas) – Rudolphous, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
