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fruitCornus mas, also known as European cornel, is a medium to large deciduous shrub or small tree in the dogwood family (Cornaceae), native to Western Europe, Southern Europe, and Southwestern Asia. It grows 5–12 m tall with dark brown branches and greenish twigs, producing small yellow flowers in late winter (February–March) before the leaves appear, followed by oblong red drupes about 2 cm long.
Adaptable to various soil types; prefers well-drained soil
Rubus fruticosus agg.
Thrives in the same full sun, moderate water conditions as Cornelian cherry
