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Cornus mas Tree

Cornelian Cherry Trees

From £260

From £260 ~~£260~~

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Multi stem tree

Two or more stems arising from or near ground level

Mature standard tree

1.8m-2.0m clear stem with a branched crown on top

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Multiple Sizes Available Tree Stake & Tie Kit

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Friendly Mycorrhizal Fungi Rootgrow

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Multiple Sizes Available Tree Irrigation Kit

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Planting & Care

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Key features

Final size 3.5 x 3.5 metres in 20 years

Foliage Green deciduous leaves turn red/purple in autumn

Flowers Clusters of yellow flowers, red fruits

Eco benefits Good for pollinators, food for wildlife

Position Full sun to part shade

Description

Cornus Mas, the Cornelian Cherry, packs plenty of interest into it's small form. In February, the bare branches of this shrub are covered in clusters of small, bright yellow flowers. Green ovate foliage emerges, turning shades of yellow, red and purple in autumn. Bright red, glossy fruits look like cherries and can be used to make jams and sauces or left for the wildlife.

On mature trees, the bark looks wonderfully gnarled with flaky plates forming. Growing as a multistem tree, expect a height and spread of 3.5 x 3.5 metres in 20 years (slightly taller for single stem forms). It is suited to most soil types that are well-draining and either full or part sun. Cornus mas is an excellent feature packed Cornelian Cherry tree or shrub.

AKA Cornelian Cherry Dogwood

Planting Steps

1Preparation

Pot-grown plants can be planted at any time of year, whereas bare roots need to be planted between November and March.
Clear weeds and grass within a metre of the planting hole.
Dig a hole as deep as the root mass and twice as wide.
To help your plant establish more effectively, sprinkle Rootgrow in the hole.

2Planting

Gently loosen the roots and place into the planting hole.
Ensure the top of the plant's compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the graft union or collar of the tree is above ground level.
Mix 50% of the original soil with 50% compost.
Fill in the hole, firming the soil gently.

3Last Steps

Water generously around the base of the plant.
If you are planting either a single stem tree or mature standard tree, we recommend adding a staking kit and rabbit guard.

Aftercare Advice

Trees and shrubs require a good watering regime for a couple of years whilst they establish. Water well and regularly through spring and summer, increasing in hot or dry weather. If planting in autumn, you may only need to water a little. It is advisable to keep the area free of competing weeds and grass during this period.

For more detailed advice and video guides, please visit our Help & Advice section.

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