Photo by Forestfarm
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Cornus mas 'Big Fruit'
Also Known As
- Cornus mas 'Cornelian Cherry'
- Cornelian Cherry Dogwood
Plant type
tree
size
- H: 15'-25'
- W: 15'-25'
planting zones
- 5a-8b
Cornus mas 'Big Fruit' plant details
Cornus mas 'Big Fruit' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring and winter yellow flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts birds. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Cornus mas 'Big Fruit'
- Plant type: tree
- Plant family: cornaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 15 FT - 25 FT - wide, 15 FT - 25 FT - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and winter
- Uses: fall color
GROWING CONDITIONS for Cornus mas 'Big Fruit'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
By: Whitman Farms
Garden photo gallery of Cornus mas 'Big Fruit'
Gardening facts about Cornus mas 'Big Fruit' plant
How to Grow Cornus mas 'Big Fruit'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- acidic
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- birds
Fruit
- red
Flower Season
- spring
- winter
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Cornus for your garden
aka Red Barked Dogwood, Red Twig Dogwood, Tartarian Dogwood
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 8'-10'
Width: 8'-10'
- sun - mostly shade
aka Cream Cracker Red Barked Dogwood, Cream Cracker Red Twig Dogwood, Cream Cracker Tartarian Dogwood
Plant Type
Shrub, Aquatic
Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 5'-6'
Width: 5'-6'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Red Barked Dogwood, Tartarian Dogwood
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 6'-10'
Width: 6'-10'
- sun - mostly shade
- standing water - regular
aka Pagoda Dogwood
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 12'-15'
Width: 10'-20'
- sun - shade
- even moisture
Scientific Name: Cornus alternifolia 'Wstackman'
aka Cornus alternifolia 'Golden Shadows', Cornus alternifolia 'W. Stackman', Golden Shadows® Green Osier, Golden Shadows® Pagoda Dogwood
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 15'-20'
Width: 15'-20'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular
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