Kasanlak

Cornus mas

Kasanlak is a modern form of the the Cornelian Cherry (Cornus mas) and features larger pear-like fruits, which ripen in late summer.

As with all forms of the Cornelian Cherry the fruitlets are primarily used for culinary purposes, but they are very versatile, and can be used for jams, drying, or even eaten raw if you like an acidic flavour.

Kasanlak flowering dogwood trees for sale

All our pot-grown trees are grown for us to our specification by the Frank P Matthews nursery.

All pot-grown trees are suitable for planting out in the garden, some are suitable for growing in containers.

Sorry we have not produced any trees of this variety this season.

How to grow

Kasanlak grows best in neutral or slightly acidic soils. It cannot tolerate chalky soils. It should reach a height of about 3m in the longer term, and a similar spread.

Kasanlak characteristics

Gardening skillBeginner
Attractive featuresAttractive flowersAttractive foliage
Growth habitSpreading / Flat-topped
Height after 10 years2.5m-3.5m / 8ft-12ft
SunlightTolerates shade
PruningDo not prune
Growth rateSlow
Site conditionsWindy site
WildlifeAttractive to birds
Flower colourYellow
Flowering monthFebruary
Leaf colourGreenDark purple
Leaf colour - autumnMultiple tints
Leaf/Flower sequenceFlowers appear first
Fruit colourRed
Annual cycleDeciduous

This variety description was produced by Orange Pippin staff from first-hand research. Last checked: 2022.

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