Cornelian Cherry Dogwood – Cornus mas 30 Seeds | Cold Hardy Flowering Tree Edible Fruit Tree | Early Spring Blooms | Hedge or Bonsai Friendly

Grow your own Cornelian Cherry Dogwood from seed with this pack of 30 high-quality seeds. This hardy, multi-stemmed deciduous shrub or small tree is prized for its brilliant early spring flowers, edible red fruits, and attractive exfoliating bark.

In late winter to early spring, clusters of tiny yellow star-like flowers appear before the leaves, creating a bright display similar to Forsythia. By late summer, elongated bright red fruits ripen. The fruits are edible and often used in syrups, jams, and preserves. Birds also enjoy the fruit, making this an excellent wildlife-friendly addition to your landscape.

With its rounded to oval form, moderate growth rate, and adaptability, Cornelian Cherry Dogwood is perfect for hedges, windbreaks, woodland gardens, foundation plantings, or even bonsai training. Mature trees develop beautiful gray-brown exfoliating bark for year-round interest.

You will receive:
✔️ 30 Cornelian Cherry Dogwood seeds
✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet
✔️ Detailed germination instructions
✔️ Untreated, non-GMO seeds
✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Cornelian Cherry Dogwood
Botanical Name: Cornus mas
Plant Type: Deciduous shrub or small tree
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full sun to part shade
Soil: Average, well-drained soil; prefers moist, organically rich soil
Watering: Medium; keep evenly moist during establishment
Mature Height: 15–25 feet
Spread: 15–20 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 4–8
Drought Tolerance: Moderate

💡 Care Tip: Seeds require warm stratification for 180 days followed by 90 days of cold stratification at 40°F in a moist (not wet) medium. Soak seeds for 24 hours before beginning stratification. Sow 1/2 inch deep after treatment.