Cornelian Cherry Dogwood

Cornus officinalis, Cornaceae

Zones

4–8

Layer

Understory

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerPollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Siberian Solomon's SealPolygonatum sibiricum

Shade ProvisionNurse Plant

Pale Magnolia VineSchisandra glaucescens

Physical SupportPollinator Sharing

Narrow-leaf OleasterElaeagnus angustata

Nitrogen FixationWind Protection

Tall Chinese FoxgloveRehmannia elata

Shade ProvisionNurse Plant

Giant Blue CohoshCaulophyllum giganteum

Shade ProvisionNurse Plant

Antagonistic Plants

Snowy MespilusAmelanchier ovalis

Both Rosaceae-adjacent species share common pests including scale insects and aphids

Leatherleaf ViburnumViburnum rhytidophyllum

Both woody shrubs susceptible to scale insects and share some common aphid species

Uses

Functions

Kidney Tonic MedicineEarly Nectar SourceFruit ProductionOrnamental Display

Edible Parts

Fruits

Medicinal Uses

Kidney TonicLiver SupportAnti-AgingImmune EnhancementVision Support

Common Questions

What zones does Cornelian Cherry Dogwood grow in?

Cornelian Cherry Dogwood grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Cornelian Cherry Dogwood?

Good companions for Cornelian Cherry Dogwood include Siberian Solomon's Seal, Pale Magnolia Vine, Narrow-leaf Oleaster, Tall Chinese Foxglove, Giant Blue Cohosh.

Design guilds with Cornelian Cherry Dogwood and see companion relationships visually.

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