Widely available, though probably not as hardy as other forms. 'Golden Glory' - An upright form that is a heavy bloomer.

'Flava' - A form that features fruit that is yellow and ripens a bit ahead of other types. The plant is much smaller and weaker than other forms. The leaves are edged with pink or yellow, though the color loses brilliance later in the season. 'Elegantissima' (also listed as 'Aureo-elegantissima', 'Tricolor' may be the same) - A striking variegated form that is gaining popularity. These three cultivars are notable for their heavy fruit set of fruit, which may be used for preserves, syrup, etc. mas is a edible food crop in many European areas, and its use as a culinary plant is increasing in this country. The leaves will age to green in warm weather climates, however. 'Aurea' - A yellow-foliage form that is very hardy. branching to the ground prevents turf growth beneath unless limbed up.works well in small groupings or groves.multiseasonal for flowers good quality summer foliage, fruit and bark.can be trimmed up at the base to make more tree-like and reveal the exfoliating bark better.prefers moist, rich, well-drained soil, but relatively adaptable.fairly easy to transplant, but can be slow to reestablish.not stunning, but relatively attractive.can be eaten when color becomes dark red or maroon.between 0.5' to 1' long and about 0.5' wide.flowers are best viewed against a dark background.for the early bloom time, flowering is quite showy.small yellow flowers in rounded clusters.mostly a mix of green and yellow with some purple-red highlights.

overall, summer foliage is of high quality.leaves are 2' to 4' long and 0.75' to 1.5' wide.branching is low branches hovering just above the ground.typically multistemmed with a very short main trunk.native to central and southern Europe and parts of western Asia.Orders will not be inspected until fully paid for, resulting in delays being at least 1 week or longer. Throughout most of the year, we schedule weekly USDA inspections for foreign orders. Certain EU-based orders have an option of starting at $41 per phyto. Once your order has been paid for and all shipping and import requirements aligned on (including any Import permits, etc), we will calculate and send you a PayPal invoice for any additional costs. We can usually arrange phytosanitary certificates for most seeds. The customer remains responsible for arranging and adhering to their country’s import requirements. These should be treated as tentative information sources, not definitive guarantees. Once the Import Permit is obtained (if required), our USDA official can determine whether the ordered seed can meet the stated requirements.īelow are a few links to several regions’ import requirements, which can provide a starting point. You should check on any Import Permit (IP) requirements, including the origin of the seed (always stated on our Detailed Listing part of the seed’s order page under Collection Locale).Īny Import Permits should be in English and verifiable by authorities if need be.ģ. We recommend starting by contacting your Ministry of Agriculture or its equivalent for current information on the specific seeds you intend to import. Is an Import Permit (IP) needed for this seed?Īny orders requiring an IP should have the IP arranged before Sheffield’s can ship your order. Our unique Ukrainian varieties produce unusually large, sweet, and flavorful fruit, which tastes like a Cherry or a wild Plum. Forming a shrub or small tree, it is prized for its tasty fruit and for its ornamental value. Sheffield’s requires a minimum value of $75 USD worth of seed for any order destined for outside the U.S.A, including Canada.Ģ. Cornus mas This unique and attractive form of Dogwood is native to Ukraine and other regions around the Black Sea. Things to know BEFORE ordering for delivery to outside the U.S.A. We reserve the right to deny shipment of any order without the required, proper documentation. Sheffield’s will not replace lost seeds or be responsible for delayed orders due to insufficient documentation, confiscated items, or taxes.

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