Cotoneaster frigidus
Also Known As
- Tree Cotoneaster
Plant type
tree, shrub
size
- H: 20'-32'
- W: 20'-32'
planting zones
- 7a-9b
Cotoneaster frigidus plant details
Cotoneaster frigidus is a broadleaf semi-evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, lean, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Cotoneaster frigidus
- Plant type: shrub or tree
- Plant family: rosaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 20 FT - 32 FT - wide, 20 FT - 32 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in summer
- Uses: hedge, small tree, windbreak
GROWING CONDITIONS for Cotoneaster frigidus
- USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: average, clay, lean, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
Gardening facts about Cotoneaster frigidus plant
How to Grow Cotoneaster frigidus
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- clay
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- birds
- bees
- deer resistant
Fruit
- red
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Shrub, Groundcover
Zones
5a-9a
Size
Height: 3"-12"
Width: 24"-36"
- sun - bright shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 36"-48"
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Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 6'-8'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
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Size
Height: 6'-10'
Width: 10'
- sun - mostly shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 5'-8'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular
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