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Cornelian Dogwood

Cornus Mas

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Overview

Cornelian Dogwood (Cornus mas) is a versatile deciduous shrub or small tree, reaching up to 15-25 feet with an equal spread. Thriving in zones 4-8, it bursts with small yellow flowers in early spring, followed by edible red fruit. The ovate leaves turn purple in fall, and its exfoliating bark adds winter interest. Prefers full sun to partial shade and adapts to various soils, with moderate drought tolerance once established.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 4–8Type Shrub, TreeClimate Temperate
Cornelian Dogwood (Cornus Mas) — The ovate leaves turn purple in fall, and its exfoliating bark adds winter interest; shrub / tree for full or half

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
4–8

Shape & size

Mature height
15–25 Ft.
Mature width
15–20 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub, Tree
Family
Cornaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Cornelian Dogwood (Cornus Mas) — this multi-stemmed plant reaches a height of 15 to 25 feet; providing a vibrant visual interest.<br><br>Adding to its
Cornelian Dogwood (Cornus Mas) — Thriving in zones 4-8, it bursts with small yellow flowers in early spring, followed by edible red fruit
Cornelian Dogwood (Cornus Mas) — or as a standout specimen in a mixed border providing multi-season interest; cornelian Dogwood (Cornus mas) is a, image 72
Cornelian Dogwood (Cornus Mas) — The ovate leaves turn purple in fall, and its exfoliating bark adds winter interest; shrub / tree for full or half, image 79
Cornelian Dogwood (Cornus Mas) — Cornelian Dogwood (Cornus mas) is a versatile deciduous shrub or small tree
Cornelian Dogwood (Cornus Mas) — blooming in clusters prior to the emergence of foliage, image 38
Cornelian Dogwood (Cornus Mas) — Prefers full sun to partial shade and adapts to various soils; scientifically known as Cornus mas, image 80
Cornelian Dogwood (Cornus Mas) — is a versatile and hardy deciduous shrub renowned for its year-round landscape appeal; thriving in zones 4-8, it bursts with
Cornelian Dogwood (Cornus Mas) — providing a vibrant visual interest.<br><br>Adding to its ornamental value; foliage transforms into a kaleidoscope, image 67
Cornelian Dogwood (Cornus Mas) — Cornus mas is an excellent choice for hedging; it is cold-hardy and prefers full sun to partial shade
Cornelian Dogwood (Cornus Mas) — Cornelian Dogwood (Cornus mas) is a versatile deciduous shrub or small tree; the ovate leaves turn purple in fall, image 76
Cornelian Dogwood (Cornus Mas) — star-shaped yellow flowers; with moderate drought tolerance once established, image 62
Cornelian Dogwood (Cornus Mas) — It is cold-hardy and prefers full sun to partial shade; prefers full sun to partial shade and adapts to various, image 69
Cornelian Dogwood (Cornus Mas) — The ovate leaves turn purple in fall, and its exfoliating bark adds winter interest; shrub / tree for full or half, image 104
Cornelian Dogwood (Cornus Mas) — Thriving in zones 4-8, it bursts with small yellow flowers in early spring, followed by edible red fruit; cornus, image 103
Cornelian Dogwood (Cornus Mas) — yellow flowers in the garden; is a versatile and hardy deciduous shrub renowned for its year-round landscape appeal, image 98
Cornelian Dogwood (Cornus Mas) — Thriving in zones 4-8, it bursts with small yellow flowers in early spring, followed by edible red fruit; cornus mas produces
Cornelian Dogwood (Cornus Mas) — Cornelian Dogwood (Cornus mas) is a versatile deciduous shrub or small tree; the ovate leaves turn purple in fall, image 51
Cornelian Dogwood (Cornus Mas) — scientifically known as Cornus mas; cornus mas is an excellent choice for hedging, image 57
Cornelian Dogwood (Cornus Mas) — The ovate leaves turn purple in fall, and its exfoliating bark adds winter interest; shrub / tree for full or half, image 54
Cornelian Dogwood (Cornus Mas) — The ovate leaves turn purple in fall, and its exfoliating bark adds winter interest
Cornelian Dogwood (Cornus Mas) — Cornelian Dogwood (Cornus mas) is a versatile deciduous shrub or small tree; the ovate leaves turn purple in fall, and its
Cornelian Dogwood (Cornus Mas) — Cornus mas is an excellent choice for hedging; it is cold-hardy and prefers full sun to partial shade, image 71
Cornelian Dogwood (Cornus Mas) — yellow flowers in the garden; is a versatile and hardy deciduous shrub renowned for its year-round landscape appeal, image 73
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