Botanical Name: Cotoneaster microphyllus
Common Name: Rockspray cotoneaster Type of Plant: dicot: shrub Character evergreen Habit of Growth: Overall Shape low, mounding to spreading habit, stiff, arching to trailing branches, open growth if unpruned Height 2-3' Spread 4-6' Growth Rate slow-moderate Environment: Exposure outdoors full/partial sun Soil tolerates most, including alkaline Hardiness hardy, (zones 2-9, 14-24) best in warm habitats Morphology: Leaves pinnate, alternate, oval-elliptic, tiny, 1/4" long, dark, glossy green above, gray green and somewhat hairy beneath Flowers white, 1/4" across, axillary, solitary – spring Fruit tiny, (1/4") red pome Propagation: semihardwood cuttings Usage: picturesque facer or low filler, valued for its rugged growth habit and red fruit – good in rock gardens, rustic landscapes – can be used as a slope cover Landscape Care: Watering occasional deep soak; avoid over-watering Fertilizing little required after established Pruning little needed – selectively head back as needed Pests/Diseases relatively free; may contract bacterial fire blight Special Conditions/Other Origin: China/Tibet Family: Rosaceae Notes: |
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