COTONEASTER conspicuus
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COTONEASTER conspicuus
Arching branches and bright red fruits
£14.00 each
MULTIBUY SAVING
Any 3+ £12.00 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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BerriesThese plants have berries.
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Good to know
Wildlife plant - insects, birds. -
Pests & Diseases
Aphids, woolly aphids, webber moth caterpillars, scale insects, fireblight, honey fungus. -
Place of origin
Southeastern Tibet. Introduced to UK by Frank Kingdon-Ward (1885-1958) in 1923. -
EvergreenSmall, narrowly-elliptic, dark-green leaves 0.5-2cm (¼-¾in) long.
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White
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BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Elliptic
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Height
1.5m (5ft) -
Spread
2 - 2.5m (6½-8ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightDense, mound-forming shrub. Produces flowers singly or in clusters of 5 followed by shiny berries that persist into winter.
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Pruning group 5
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soilWill tolerate a dry position.
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Full sun
For best berry production. Shelter from cold winds. -
Partial shade
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Bee friendly
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Bird friendly
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Mature Size1.5m (5ft)
2 - 2.5m (6½-8ft)
View Planting Tips and Care Advice
Cotoneaster - Growing Guide
