Cornelian Cherry Dogwood (Cornus mas) VLADIMIRSKY
Specifications | |
Height at sale | 110cm |
Pot | 2l |
Sell as | 1 year old |
25.00€
- The Ukrainian variety of the Vladimirskyi dogwood is one of the most productive varieties with the largest fruits.
- The large-fruited dogwood has an interesting growth habit, in the first year it can have increments of up to 50cm , but the older it gets, the slower it grows. It is ideal for growing in our area, but also tolerates higher altitudes. It grows upright.
- Dogwood is partially self-pollinating, but for a good crop and large fruit it is advisable to have a pollinator in the form of another variety.
- Flowering begins in March, The flower tolerates well even spring frosts.
- Fruits are dark red to black, up to 10,5g in size. There is a stone in the centre. The shape of the fruit is oval, oblong. The taste is refreshing, sweet and sour, aromatic. When the fruit is not ripe enough, the taste is slightly bitter.
- The fruit of the dogwood is ideal for direct consumption, containing many vitamins, minerals, anthocyanin dyes and polyphenols. Adequate watering is needed when the fruit ripens. They can also be boiled to make juices, jams or liqueurs. They can be stored for about a month without loss of quality. They have medicinal properties and are recommended for people with blood pressure problems.
- The fruit ripens from the end of August, the fruit can be stored for up to 4 weeks.
- The variety is very prolific, one mature tree will give us up to 60kg of fruit.
- Growing dogwoods is easy. We can expect a harvest in the first year after planting.
- Dogwood does not require pruning, but shaping pruning can be done. Dogwood trees root shallowly, so regular watering is advisable. It is recommended to fertilise with potassium as the leaves dry.