Scientific Name
Cotoneaster microphyllus
Common Name
Littleleaf cotoneaster

Hardiness Zones: 5 to 7
Habit: Evergreen
Growth Rate: --
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: --
Texture: Fine
Form: Low-growing to prostrate habit
Flower/Fruit: Small white flowers in spring; 0.2" scarlet red pome in summer
Foliage: Alternate, simple dark green leaves; densely woolly below; 0.2 to 0.5" long
Comments: Drought tolerant; susceptible to fire blight and spider mites
Cultivars: --
   



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