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Rosaceae

Cotoneaster

Cotoneaster horizontalis

Persistence and practicality.

Family
Rosaceae
Genus
Cotoneaster
Native to
China
Bloom season
Spring
Type
Deciduous shrub
Height
60-100 cm
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade
Soil
Well-drained, any type
Water
Low
Hardiness
5-7
Lifespan
Perennial

Did you know

  • Cotoneaster's herringbone branching pattern creates a striking architectural effect on walls.
  • The tiny flowers are beloved by bees and are among the best early-season nectar sources.
  • Its bright red berries persist through winter and are a crucial food source for birds.
  • The name is pronounced 'cot-OH-nee-aster,' not 'cotton-easter' as commonly mispronounced.
  • Some cotoneaster species are considered invasive in parts of Europe and New Zealand.

Color meanings

0

Reliability

1

Groundedness

2

Resourcefulness

Uses

  • Ground cover
  • Wall training
  • Wildlife gardens
  • Erosion control