Red Star cornelian cherry
Cornus mas 'Red Star'
USDA zones4 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
Size6 to 10 feet tall8 to 10 feet wide
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Yellow
Attracts
Notes
'Red Star' cornelian cherry (Cornus mas 'Red Star') is a tree for specimen planting, hedges, and fruit harvests. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full or part sun. Golden yellow flowers open on bare branches in early to late spring and attract bees. It is grown for fresh eating, preserves, juice, and wine. Plant two varieties for cross-pollination.
Pairs well with Panicle hydrangea, Cat mint, Snowdrop, and Cinnamon fern.