Cornelian Cherry Dogwood – Cornus mas 10 Seeds | Hardy Edible Ornamental Tree Early Spring Blooms | Wildlife Friendly | Hedge or Bonsai

Grow a beautiful and versatile landscape tree with these 10 Cornelian Cherry Dogwood (Cornus mas) seeds. This hardy, multi-stemmed deciduous shrub or small tree is prized for its very early spring blooms, edible red fruits, and attractive exfoliating bark.

In late winter to early spring, before the leaves emerge, clusters of tiny yellow star-like flowers cover the branches, creating a brilliant display similar to Forsythia. By late summer, the flowers give way to bright red, olive-shaped drupes. The fruits are edible and commonly used in jams, syrups, and preserves. Birds also enjoy the fruit, making this tree an excellent wildlife addition.

Cornelian Cherry Dogwood typically grows 15–25 feet tall with a rounded to oval shape. Its dark green leaves provide summer interest, while mature plants develop attractive gray-brown exfoliating bark. It is highly adaptable and can be grown as a specimen tree, hedge, screen, windbreak, or even trained for bonsai.

You will receive:
✔️ 10 Cornelian Cherry Dogwood seeds
✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet
✔️ Detailed stratification instructions
✔️ Untreated, non-GMO seeds

🌱 Growing Information

Common Name: Cornelian Cherry Dogwood
Botanical Name: Cornus mas
Plant Type: Multi-stemmed deciduous shrub or small tree
Growth Rate: Moderate
Mature Height: 15–25 feet
Spread: 15–20 feet
Shape: Rounded to oval
Bloom Time: March–April (very early spring)
Bloom Color: Yellow
Fruit: Bright red edible drupes (late summer)
Sun: Full Sun to Part Shade
Soil: Average, well-drained soil; prefers moist, organically rich soil
Water: Medium
Drought Tolerance: Moderate
USDA Zones: 4–8
Maintenance: Low

💡 Care Tip: Remove root suckers if you prefer a tree form. Prune as needed to maintain shape or train as a hedge or small ornamental tree.

🌿 Germination Instructions

Scarify: Soak seeds in water for 24 hours
Stratify: Warm stratify 180 days, then cold stratify 90 days at 40°F in moist (not wet) medium
Sow: 1/2 inch deep