COTONEASTER 'Rothschildianus'
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COTONEASTER 'Rothschildianus'
Commonly known as Willow-leaved cotoneaster
Distinctive spreading habit and clusters of creamy-yellow fruits
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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BerriesThese plants have berries.
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Good to know
Wildlife plant - insects, birds (yellow berries not taken readily by birds) -
Pests & Diseases
Aphids, woolly aphids, webber moth caterpillars, scale insects, fireblight, honey fungus. -
Place of origin
Western China. Garden origin. UK. Exbury, Southampton -
EvergreenNarrowly-elliptic, deeply-veined leaves to 10cm (4in) long.
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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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Lanceolate
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Height
5m (16ft) -
Spread
5m (16ft) -
Tall ShrubVigorous, arching shrub. Bears flowers in large clusters. Fruits over a long period.
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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 - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soilWill tolerate a dry position when established.
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Full sun
Full sun for best berry production. -
Partial shade
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Bird friendly
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Mature Size5m (16ft)
5m (16ft)
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