Dwarf Cornel (Cornus suecica)

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

Cornus suecica is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in) by 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 2. It is in flower from June to July. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, flies. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral soils and can grow in very acid soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

rich in pectin. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; It is usually mixed with other berries.; Bitter and unpalatable.; The fruit is rich in pectin.

Habitat & North American Range

Moors and heaths, usually under heather or bilberries. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)