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Posted 12/09/2022 in Shrub

Cornus officinalis

A spreading, multi-stemmed deciduous small tree, Cornus officinalis features small yellow flowers that appear in the early spring. Flowers give way to oblong red fruits in the fall. Ovate to elliptic dark green leaves turn to attract shades of pale yellow to purplish-red in the fall.

Post Details

Latin Name
Cornus officinalis
Common Name
Japanese cornelian cherry
Planting Zone
Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8
Special Interest
Attracts Birds Deer Resistant
Bloom Season
Spring
Height
15-25 ft
Spread
15-25 ft
Suggested Uses
Woodland Gardens
Potential Pests
No serious problems

Plant Story

A spreading, multi-stemmed deciduous small tree, Cornus officinalis features small yellow flowers that appear in the early spring. Flowers give way to oblong red fruits in the fall. Ovate to elliptic dark green leaves turn to attract shades of pale yellow to purplish-red in the fall.

Special Care Instructions

Remove root suckers. Best in well drained soil. Some afternoon shade preferred.

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