Cornus Mas Shrub Seeds
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Add early-season color and edible charm to your landscape with Cornus mas Shrub Seeds, also known as Cornelian Cherry. This hardy deciduous shrub or small tree bursts into bloom in late winter to early spring with clusters of bright yellow flowers—often before the leaves emerge—bringing cheerful color when most plants are still dormant. With premium-quality seeds and excellent germination, Cornus mas is perfect for gardeners who value ornamental beauty and edible fruit.
Thriving in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil, this low-maintenance plant produces tart red berries in summer that are great for jams, jellies, and preserves. Its glossy green foliage turns purplish-red in fall, offering year-round interest. Start from seed and enjoy a resilient, multifunctional shrub that supports pollinators, provides fruit, and brightens your garden across multiple seasons.

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Features
Life Cycle
Perennial
Planting Season
Fall or early Spring
Growth Habit
Upright, multi-stemmed shrub
Flavor Profile
Tart, cherry-like fruit
Plant Characteristics
Yellow flowers, red edible drupes
Use
Ornamental, edible, hedging
Growing Conditions
Well-drained, loamy soil
Harvest Advantages
Early bloomer, edible fruit
Plant Resistance
Cold-hardy, pest-resistant
About Cornus Mas Shrub Seeds
Cornus mas
Seed Names
Cornelian Cherry, Cornus Mas
Seed Type
Open-pollinated
Cornelian Cherry (Cornus mas) is a hardy, early-blooming deciduous shrub that offers ornamental yellow flowers in late winter and tart, cherry-like red fruits by summer. It’s a beautiful dual-purpose plant—ideal for hedges, landscapes, or culinary use.
Planting Information
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
Planting Depth
1/2 inch
Sowing Method
Stratify + start indoors or direct sow
Plant Spacing
6–10 feet
Days to Maturity
2–3 years (fruiting)
Soil Preparation
Moist, loamy, well-drained
Hardiness Zones
4 to 8
Water Needs
Moderate
Planting Season
Fall or early Spring
Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
100
Up to 1,200 sq ft
500
Up to 6,000 sq ft
1000
Up to 12,000 sq ft