Cornus mas

Species

Also called cornelian-cherry, European cornel, cornelian cherry dogwood, cornelian cherry

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Cornus mas
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Fact sheet

every fact quoted from its source
Typetree, shrub

“Cornelian cherry (Cornus mas) is a small tree or large shrub” — How to grow Cornelian Cherry (Cornus mas) - Food-foresting.com

Lightfull sun to partial shade

“Best fruiting occurs in full sun to partial shade” — How to grow Cornelian Cherry (Cornus mas) - Food-foresting.com

Waterregular watering—around one inch per week

from Dogwood · “Newly planted dogwoods require regular watering—around one inch per week—to support root establishment and growth” — How Long For Dogwood Tree To Grow: Tips For Successful Growth And Care

Soil pH6–7.4

“Ideal soil conditions: pH: Slightly acidic to neutral (pH 6.0–7.4)” — How to grow Cornelian Cherry (Cornus mas) - Food-foresting.com

Hardiness zones4–8

“Hardiness: USDA zones 4–8” — How to grow Cornelian Cherry (Cornus mas) - Food-foresting.com

Spacing120–180 in

“Spacing: 10–15 feet for orchard settings” — How to grow Cornelian Cherry (Cornus mas) - Food-foresting.com

Height120–264 in

“Height: 3–7 m (10–22 ft)” — How to grow Cornelian Cherry (Cornus mas) - Food-foresting.com

Transplantspring or early fall

from Dogwood · “applying mulch helps retain moisture and suppress weeds. For best results, consider planting seedlings in spring or early fall.” — How Long For Dogwood Tree To Grow: Tips For Successful Growth And Care

Indoorsmoist but not waterlogged

from Dogwood · “moist but not waterlogged” — How To Grow A Dogwood Tree From Seed: Step-By-Step Care | ShunCy

Diseasesdogwood anthracnose

from Dogwood · “common pests and diseases. Scales, aphids, and dogwood anthracnose can affect health and growth” — How Long For Dogwood Tree To Grow: Tips For Successful Growth And Care

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