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Cotoneaster divaricatus

Also Known As

  • Spreading Cotoneaster

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 5'-6'
  • W: 6'-8'

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

Cotoneaster divaricatus plant details

Cotoneaster divaricatus is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with bronze, gold, green and red foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cotoneaster divaricatus

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous bronze, gold, green and red
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 5 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cotoneaster divaricatus

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

?One of the best and most reliable for autumn fruit and foliage? (Hillier); use this med shrub (to 6' wide stiff spreading branches) on a bank or as an informal hedge where you can enjoy its fine show of fall color and red fruits. S/M-D

Gardening facts about Cotoneaster divaricatus plant

How to Grow Cotoneaster divaricatus

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Foliage Color

    • red
    • bronze
    • gold
    • green
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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