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Cotoneaster horizontalis–Rockspray Cotoneaster–Attractive ground cover 3 Gallon

Cotoneaster horizontalis–Rockspray Cotoneaster–Attractive ground cover 3 Gallon

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Cotoneaster horizontalis

Description

Cotoneaster horizontalis, commonly known as Rockspray Cotoneaster, is a low-growing, deciduous shrub known for its distinctive herringbone pattern of branches. It produces small, glossy leaves that turn vibrant shades of red and purple in the fall. In spring, it bears small pinkish-white flowers followed by bright red berries in the autumn, which are attractive to birds.

Suggested Uses

This plant is ideal for ground cover, rock gardens, or cascading over walls. It can also be used in borders or as a specimen plant in small gardens. Its attractive berries and foliage make it a great choice for adding seasonal interest to any landscape.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Cotoneaster horizontalis
  • Common Name Common Name: Rockspray Cotoneaster
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 2-3 feet tall, 6-8 feet wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 5-7
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Late spring
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes, bees and butterflies
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Berries can be toxic if ingested
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Junipers, ornamental grasses

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in spring or fall
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers loamy, well-drained soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates a range of humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter to early spring to maintain shape
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch in colder climates to protect roots
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery container
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Watch for signs of fire blight and treat accordingly
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