Grow your own Cornelian Cherry Dogwood (Cornus mas) from premium Non-GMO seeds and enjoy a beautiful, multi-purpose shrub that offers both ornamental appeal and edible fruit. Native to Europe and Asia, this hardy plant is admired for its brilliant yellow flowers, cherry-like fruits, and cold resistance.

Cornelian Cherry produces small, ruby-red fruits with a tart flavor—excellent for jams, jellies, preserves, and syrups. Its early spring blooms attract pollinators, making it an exceptional addition to pollinator gardens, edible landscapes, and hedgerows.

Features:

• Produces small, edible red fruits rich in vitamin C

• Non-GMO and naturally sourced seeds

• Early-blooming shrub with striking yellow flowers

• Cold-hardy and drought-tolerant once established

• Ideal for edible landscaping, borders, and wildlife habitats

Specifications:

• Common Name: Cornelian Cherry Dogwood

• Scientific Name: Cornus mas

• Plant Type: Deciduous shrub or small tree

• Growth Habit: Rounded, dense form

• Height: 8–20 feet (2.4–6 m)

• Spread: 6–15 feet (1.8–4.5 m)

• Fruit Characteristics: Small, oblong, red drupes; tart and juicy flavor

• Bloom Time: Late winter to early spring

• Harvest Season: Late summer

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–8

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil Type: Well-drained loam, sandy, or clay soils

• Soil pH: 6.0–7.5

• Watering: Moderate; reduce once established

• Temperature Range: 35–85°F (2–29°C)

• Season: Best planted in spring or fall

• Germination Time: 90–180 days (requires cold stratification)

• Plant Spacing: 8–12 feet apart

• Pollination: Cross-pollination increases fruit yield; plant 2+ shrubs

• GMO Status: Non-GMO

• Organic Status: Naturally grown (non-certified)

Planting Guide:

1. Stratify seeds for 90–120 days at 35–40°F before planting.

2. Sow seeds ½ inch deep in moist, well-drained soil.

3. Keep soil moist and warm (65–75°F) during germination.

4. Transplant seedlings outdoors after the last frost in a sunny to partially shaded area.

5. Space plants 8–12 feet apart to encourage healthy growth.

6. Water regularly during establishment, then reduce as plants mature.