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Cotoneaster bullatus var. floribundus

Also Known As

  • Cotoneaster bullatus 'floribundus'
  • Cotoneaster bullatus f. floribundus
  • Cotoneaster bullatus floribundus
  • Hollyberry Cotoneaster

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 8'-12'
  • W: 8'-12'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Cotoneaster bullatus var. floribundus plant details

Cotoneaster bullatus var. floribundus is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, alkaline, average, clay, gritty, rich, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cotoneaster bullatus var. floribundus

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 FT - 12 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: hedge, windbreak

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cotoneaster bullatus var. floribundus

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, clay, gritty, rich, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

?One of the finest species in cultivation? (Hillier), the corrugated leaves of this 8-12' species turn fiery colors in fall to match its early bright red berries which follow its white-tinted-red spring flowers. S/M

Gardening facts about Cotoneaster bullatus var. floribundus plant

How to Grow Cotoneaster bullatus var. floribundus

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • alkaline
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • rocky
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
    • deer resistant
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 24"-36"

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Zones

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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  • regular - drought tolerant
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Zones

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Size

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