Cornus mas - Cornelian Cherry

The Cornelian Cherry (Cornus mas) is a stunning deciduous small tree that in late winter, early spring lights up with tiny yellow flowers giving a fantastic splash of colour. A native to southern Europe and southwest Asia, the fruits have been eaten for centuries are like red olives, and when ripe are quite delicious and packed full of Vitamin C. It is a reasonability care free tree that prefers a moist sunny spot