Cotoneaster lacteus |
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Red Clusterberry Cotoneaster |
Description
This is an evergreen shrub that grows to a size of 8' tall with long, arching branches. Cotoneaster exhibits dark green leaves above and gray beneath with dusky red fruit. It requires sun to part shade with little or no watering.This plant is tough enough to naturalize in many areas in CA, and should be considered potentially invasive.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Design Styles
Englishcottage, Mediterranean, Ranch, Rockery, Wildgarden, Woodland
Accenting Features
Dwarf, Espalier, Showyflower
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Fall
Location Uses
Bank, Background, Shrub Border, Foundation, Publicpark, Parkinglot, Raisedplanter, Roadsidehwy, Wallsfences, Withrocks
Special Uses
Container, Erosioncontrol, Filler, Hedge, Screen, Fireresistant
Attracts Wildlife
Birds
Water Saving Tip:
Change sprinklers to drip around shrubs and trees and reduce water use nearly 60%. To learn how go to www.sustainablesm.org/landscape.
