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Cotoneaster glaucophyllus

Also Known As

Gray Leaf Cotoneaster

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 10'-12'
W: 10'-12'

planting zones

7b-9b

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Cotoneaster glaucophyllus plant details

Cotoneaster glaucophyllus is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue and green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge followed by orange and red fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cotoneaster glaucophyllus

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 10 FT - 12 FT - wide, 10 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: dense, hedge, mass-planting, rare

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cotoneaster glaucophyllus

USDA Zones: 7b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

?At all seasons a handsome species? (Hillier), this 10-12' shrub produces its showy clusters of small white flowers late (mid-summer) followed by late-season berries whose bright scarlet show can be enjoyed most of the winter! S/M