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Cornelian Cherry

Cornus mas, Cornaceae

Zones
4–8
Layer
Understory
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorProducer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)Partial Sun (acceptable)

Water

ModerateModerate

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

White OakQuercus alba
Nurse PlantPollinator Sharing
Saucer MagnoliaMagnolia x soulangeana
Pollinator Sharing
Chinese ElmUlmus parvifolia
Beneficial Insect HabitatWind Protection
Wayfaring TreeViburnum lantana
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Red Twig DogwoodCornus sericea

Dogwood species with different but overlapping habitat preferences compete for resources

Uses

Functions

Food

Edible Parts

Fruit

Common Questions

What zones does Cornelian Cherry grow in?

Cornelian Cherry grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Cornelian Cherry?

Good companions for Cornelian Cherry include White Oak, Saucer Magnolia, Chinese Elm, Wayfaring Tree.

Design guilds with Cornelian Cherry and see companion relationships visually.

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