{"product_id":"cornelian-cherry-dogwood-cornus-mas-10-seeds-hardy-edible-ornamental-tree-early-spring-blooms-wildlife-friendly-hedge-or-bonsai","title":"Cornelian Cherry Dogwood – Cornus mas 10 Seeds | Hardy Edible Ornamental Tree  Early Spring Blooms | Wildlife Friendly | Hedge or Bonsai","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"175\" data-end=\"435\"\u003eGrow a beautiful and versatile landscape tree with these 10 Cornelian Cherry Dogwood (\u003cem data-start=\"261\" data-end=\"273\"\u003eCornus mas\u003c\/em\u003e) 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"437\" data-end=\"831\"\u003eIn 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"1150\"\u003eCornelian 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1315\"\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr data-start=\"1169\" data-end=\"1172\"\u003e✔️ 10 Cornelian Cherry Dogwood seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1211\"\u003e✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet\u003cbr data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1244\"\u003e✔️ Detailed stratification instructions\u003cbr data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003e✔️ Untreated, non-GMO seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1317\" data-end=\"1341\"\u003e🌱 Growing Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1871\"\u003eCommon Name: Cornelian Cherry Dogwood\u003cbr data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003eBotanical Name: \u003cem data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003eCornus mas\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1411\" data-end=\"1414\"\u003ePlant Type: Multi-stemmed deciduous shrub or small tree\u003cbr data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1472\"\u003eGrowth Rate: Moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"1493\" data-end=\"1496\"\u003eMature Height: 15–25 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1521\" data-end=\"1524\"\u003eSpread: 15–20 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003eShape: Rounded to oval\u003cbr data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003eBloom Time: March–April (very early spring)\u003cbr data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1616\"\u003eBloom Color: Yellow\u003cbr data-start=\"1635\" data-end=\"1638\"\u003eFruit: Bright red edible drupes (late summer)\u003cbr data-start=\"1683\" data-end=\"1686\"\u003eSun: Full Sun to Part Shade\u003cbr data-start=\"1713\" data-end=\"1716\"\u003eSoil: Average, well-drained soil; prefers moist, organically rich soil\u003cbr data-start=\"1786\" data-end=\"1789\"\u003eWater: Medium\u003cbr data-start=\"1802\" data-end=\"1805\"\u003eDrought Tolerance: Moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"1835\"\u003eUSDA Zones: 4–8\u003cbr data-start=\"1850\" data-end=\"1853\"\u003eMaintenance: Low\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1873\" data-end=\"2014\"\u003e💡 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2016\" data-end=\"2045\"\u003e🌿 Germination Instructions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2047\" data-end=\"2208\"\u003eScarify: Soak seeds in water for 24 hours\u003cbr data-start=\"2088\" data-end=\"2091\"\u003eStratify: Warm stratify 180 days, then cold stratify 90 days at 40°F in moist (not wet) medium\u003cbr data-start=\"2185\" data-end=\"2188\"\u003eSow: 1\/2 inch deep\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tree Seeds Plus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47824209019121,"sku":null,"price":22.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/4476\/0049\/files\/ListingShopify5_23_d85f4630-324a-4689-a7b6-d8dcd4c8624d.jpg?v=1771887112","url":"https:\/\/sejahteraseeds.com\/products\/cornelian-cherry-dogwood-cornus-mas-10-seeds-hardy-edible-ornamental-tree-early-spring-blooms-wildlife-friendly-hedge-or-bonsai","provider":"Sejahtera Seeds and Bulbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}