Scientific Name
Cotoneaster horizontalis
Common Name
Rockspray cotoneaster

Hardiness Zones: 4 to 7
Habit: Semi-evergreen to deciduous
Growth Rate: Moderate
Site Requirements: Sun to partial shade; prefers a moist, well-drained soil but tolerates a range of site conditions
Height: 2 to 3 feet
Width: 5 to 8 feet
Texture: Fine to medium
Form: Flat dense shrub; stiff, horizontal-spreading branches in tiers
Flower/Fruit: Small pink flowers in early summer on new growth; 0.2" bright red pome late summer to fall
Foliage: Alternate, simple, glossy dark green leaves; 0.5 to 1.3" long; reddish purple fall color that holds late into fall
Comments: Drought tolerant; good rock garden plant; can be espaliered; flowers attract bees
Cultivars: --
   



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