Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea)

Family: Cornaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Cornus sanguinea is a deciduous Shrub growing to 3 m (9ft 10in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from June to July, and the seeds ripen in September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and can grow in heavy clay soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

flavour, it can also have an emetic effect on the body. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; A bitter flavour, it can also have an emetic effect on the body.; It is not worthwhile.; The fruit is about 8mm in diameter.

Habitat & North American Range

Mixed woods, scrub and hedgerows, especially on calcareous soils. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)