
Cotoneaster




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7d
Water
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365d
Feed
📏
30-500cm
Height
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H6
Hardy
Cotoneaster is a versatile genus of shrubs and small trees widely planted across the UK for their ornamental berries, attractive foliage, and often dense growth habit. They are excellent for ground cover, hedging, or as specimen plants, providing year-round interest and supporting local wildlife. Many species are fully hardy and thrive in a range of UK garden conditions.
Outdoor garden plant. Shrub. Typically flowers around May, Jun.
💧 Watering
Water regularly during dry spells, especially for newly planted specimens. Established plants are drought-tolerant.
🌿 Feeding
Apply a general-purpose fertiliser in spring, especially for young or struggling plants.
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