![]() ![]() ![]() It can be challenging to find in the nursery trade but it is easy to transplant when young. #CORNUS MAS IN LEAF FULL#It prefers acidic well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade, but protection from the hot summer afternoon sun. The plant has several other common names including Japanese Cornel, Korean Cornelian Dogwood, and Chinese Cornelian Dogwood. The species name, officinalis, means "sold in shops." This references the plant's use, supposedly, as a medicine. The genus name, Cornus, is Latin from the word, cornu, which means "horn." This references the hardness of the wood. It is typically found in forests, forest margins, and mountain slopes. It has been introduced in Japan and Korea. The Japanese Cornelian Dogwood is native to North Central and Southeastern China. The grayish-brown and exfoliating bark adds interest to a winter garden. Red fruits appear in the fall and are attractive to birds. It has low branches with an open oval to round habit. Yellow flowers bloom in late winter to early spring before the leaves emerge. The Japanese Cornelian Dogwood is a deciduous large shrub or small tree that is picturesque and multi-stemmed. 'Spring Glow' and 'Spring Sun' (also listed as 'Spring Grove') - Two cultivars that exhibit overall fine characteristics, with handsome foliage, rounded habit and bright yellow blooms.Phonetic Spelling KOR-nus oh-fiss-ih-NAH-liss Description Widely available, though probably not as hardy as other forms. 'Golden Glory' - An upright form that is a heavy bloomer. 'Flava' - A form that features fruit that is yellow and ripens a bit ahead of other types. The plant is much smaller and weaker than other forms. The leaves are edged with pink or yellow, though the color loses brilliance later in the season. 'Elegantissima' (also listed as 'Aureo-elegantissima', 'Tricolor' may be the same) - A striking variegated form that is gaining popularity. These three cultivars are notable for their heavy fruit set of fruit, which may be used for preserves, syrup, etc. mas is a edible food crop in many European areas, and its use as a culinary plant is increasing in this country. The leaves will age to green in warm weather climates, however. 'Aurea' - A yellow-foliage form that is very hardy.
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