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  • COTONEASTER microphyllus
    COTONEASTER microphyllus
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    COTONEASTER microphyllus

    Commonly known as Rose box

    Evergreen with coral-red berries
     
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    • Berries
      These plants have berries.
    • Good to know
      Wildlife plant - insects, birds.
    • Pests & Diseases
      aphids, woolly aphids, scale insects, webber moth caterpillars, fireblight, honey fungus.
    • Place of origin
      Himalayas
    • Evergreen
      Small, oblong, glossy, dark-green leaves to 1cm (½in) long
    • White
    • Fully hardy
    • Entire
    • Oblanceolate
    • Oblong
    • Height
      1m (3ft)
    • Spread
      1.5m (5ft)
    • Ground cover
      These plants are typically low growing and spread quickly to inhibit weed growth on areas of bare soil
    • Medium shrub
      Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
      Stiffly-branched shrub of compact habit. Solitary flowers.
    • 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.

    • 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
    • Summer Seasonal Interest
    • Fertile well drained soil
      Will tolerate a dry position when established.
    • Full sun
      Full sun for best berry production.
    • Partial shade
    • Bird friendly
    • Mature Size
      1m (3ft)
      Medium Shrub - guide for size not form Watering Can
        1.5m (5ft)
       
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