Сornelian cherry, dogwood 10 fresh seeds. Cornus mas seeds

🌱 Cornus mas — Cornelian cherry, dogwood

Cornelian cherry seeds, a product of Deodar Seeds, are a great opportunity to grow a deciduous tree or multi-stemmed shrub. This plant is a member of the Cornaceae family and is prized for its stunning flowers and edible fruits.

🌿 Botanical Description

Cornus mas is a deciduous tree 5-6 m high or multi-stemmed shrub 3-4 m high. The root system is fibrous, mostly at a depth of 40 cm. Branches are horizontally spread, with blackish bark. The leaves are opposite, simple, 3.5—8 cm long, oval, shiny, bright green, with three to five pairs of veins.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sow seeds 1-2 cm deep in a well-draining seed starting mix in late winter or early spring. Stratification is not required.
• Germinate at 15-20°C (59-68°F) for 1-3 months.
• Transplant to a sunny location with well-draining soil and a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
• Water regularly and fertilize annually.
• USDA Hardiness Zone: 4-8, frost tolerance: moderate.

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

Cornus mas is native to Europe and Western Asia, growing in deciduous forests, scrublands, and along rivers. It thrives in temperate climates with moderate temperatures and adequate moisture.

✨ Interesting Facts

Cornelian cherry has been used in traditional medicine for centuries, particularly for its anti-inflammatory properties. The fruits are edible and can be eaten raw or used to make jams and preserves. The wood of Cornus mas is also valued for its durability and resistance to rot.

🌸 Fruit Characteristics

The fruit is a juicy drupe, the stone is elongated-oval. Dogwood fruits have different shapes and sizes, ranging from short-and long-oval, spherical to pear-shaped. The surface of the fruit is smooth, bumpy, or slightly bumpy, with a color that varies from light red to dark purple and almost black.

🍃 Uses

Cornelian cherry fruits are edible and can be eaten raw or used to make jams and preserves. The wood of Cornus mas is also valued for its durability and resistance to rot.