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Cotoneaster horizontalis Variegatus

Cotoneaster horizontalis Variegatus
Rockspray Cotoneaster

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Happy with this purchase. Planted at the end of January, it seems to be growing well.

Josiane, 09/04/2023

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Value-for-money
Small creeping bush, with variegated leaves turning red in autumn, and a pinkish-white flowering followed by bright red fruits.
Flower size
1 cm
Height at maturity
45 cm
Spread at maturity
90 cm
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade, Shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -29°C
Soil moisture
all types
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Recommended planting time February to April, September to November
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Description

Cotoneaster horizontalis Variegatus is a small bush with variegated cream leaves turning red in autumn, accompanied by bright red fruits.

 

Originating from China, this 45cm (17.7 in) tall cotoneaster is smaller and less vigorous than the typical species. It has a spreading and creeping habit, with branches arranged in a fishbone pattern. Its deciduous leaves, measuring 6 to 12mm (0.2 to 0.5 in) in length, are dark green bordered with cream and turn red in autumn. In May, it produces single, pinkish-white flowers with 5 petals, approximately 6-8mm (0.2-0.3 in) in diameter, growing solitarily or in pairs. In September, the bright red berries measuring 5mm (0.2 in) in diameter, are highly appreciated by birds. They persist on the bare branches throughout winter, providing a beautiful decorative effect.

Easy to grow, the Cotoneaster horizontalis Variegatus adapts well to any fertile and well-drained soil, even limestone, in a sunny or lightly shaded location. it is not demanding and only requires regular pruning in March and mulching to keep the soil moist in summer.

This creeping Cotoneaster, combined with ceanothus, roses, or creeping cornus, is a good ground cover for slopes or rockeries.

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Cotoneaster horizontalis Variegatus (Foliage) Foliage

Plant habit

Height at maturity 45 cm
Spread at maturity 90 cm
Habit creeping
Growth rate normal

Flowering

Flower colour white
Flowering time May
Flower size 1 cm
Bee-friendly Attracts pollinators

Foliage

Foliage persistence Semi-evergreen
Foliage colour variegated

Botanical data

Genus

Cotoneaster

Species

horizontalis

Cultivar

Variegatus

Family

Rosaceae

Other common names

Rockspray Cotoneaster

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference7815861

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Planting and care

The Variegated Cotoneaster horizontalis is best planted in spring or autumn in any fertile and well-drained soil, even limestone, in a sunny position or light shade, protected from prevailing winds.

Planting period

Recommended planting time February to April, September to November

Intended location

Type of use Border, Container
Hardiness Hardy down to -29°C (USDA zone 5) Show map
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Planting density 1 per m2
Exposure Sun, Partial shade, Shade
Soil pH Any
Soil type Chalky (poor, alkaline and well-drained), Silty-loamy (rich and light), Stony (poor and well-drained)
Soil moisture all types, Well-drained

Care

Pruning instructions Not demanding, it will be satisfied with pruning in March to balance the branches. Possibility to train the young plant as a bonsai.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time March to April
Soil moisture all types
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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