Sunrise Cornelian Cherry

Scientific Name: Cornus mas 'Sunrise'

Also Known As

Cornus mas Sunrise™

Plant type

tree, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 10'-15'
W: 10'-15'

planting zones

4a-9b

Sunrise Cornelian Cherry plant details

Sunrise Cornelian Cherry is a broadleaf deciduous fruit / vegetable or tree with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sunrise Cornelian Cherry

Plant type: fruit / vegetable or tree
Plant family: cornaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 10 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: edible, fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sunrise Cornelian Cherry

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This awesome variety bears prolific yields of sweet and appetizing fruit; in fact, this cultivar is considered by many to be the best tasting of all. Beautiful as well as tasty, the large (1") fruit are showy with their bright, carmine-red skins. These ripen in the early fall and when fully ripe are perfect for fresh eating and for jams and preserves. The bright-yellow early spring flowers make it a wonderful landscape tree too! S/M