Cornus mas
Cornelian Cherry, Cornelian Cherry Dogwood
Tree Characteristics
Leaves:
Deciduous
Height:
5 - 8m
Width:
5 - 6m
Growth Rate:
Slow
Tree Tolerances
Plant Hardiness Zone:
5, 6
Shade Tolerance:
Full Sun Part Shade
pH Tolerance:
Tolerant of acid to alkaline soil (5.0 to 8.0)
Drought Tolerance:
High
Flooding Tolerance:
Low
Salt Spray Tolerance:
Unknown
Soil Salt Tolerance:
Unknown
Planting site and Native Range
Planting Site:
Parks, Highway, Residential, Wide Median, Restricted Urban Site
Native to Ontario:
No
Native to North America:
No
Insects and Diseases
No serious or common issues in the urban environment. Much more tolerant of pests and diseases compared to Cornus florida.
Management Notes
Typically shrub form, but can be pruned to a tree-like form