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Cornus mas 'Golden Glory'

Also Known As

  • Golden Glory Cornelian Cherry Dogwood

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 15'-20'
  • W: 15'-20'

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

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Cornus mas 'Golden Glory' plant details

Cornus mas 'Golden Glory' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - shade and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, alkaline, average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cornus mas 'Golden Glory'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: cornaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 FT - 20 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, hedge, windbreak

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cornus mas 'Golden Glory'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A precocious and prolific bloomer, this more columnar form (to 15-20') produces its many bright golden-yellow flowers in late winter-early spring just when the heart is hungry for color! Deep-red plum-like fruits and beautiful red fall color make it your heart happy in autumn too. This is an easy going tree, pest resistant and a wonderful edible. Plant another variety for best fruit set. S/M
A tree form, blooms early with abundant yellow flowers, setting loads of red fruit.

Gardening facts about Cornus mas 'Golden Glory' plant

How to Grow Cornus mas 'Golden Glory'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • alkaline
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 8'-10'

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Zones

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Width: 5'-6'

  • sun - mostly shade
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Zones

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Size

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Width: 6'-10'

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Zones

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Size

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  • sun - shade
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Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Zones

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Size

Height: 15'-20'

Width: 15'-20'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular
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