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Cotoneaster congestus

Also Known As

  • Pyrenees Cotoneaster

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

  • H: 6"-30"
  • W: 36"-60"

planting zones

  • 6a-10b

Cotoneaster congestus plant details

Cotoneaster congestus is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with green foliage. In spring 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 - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cotoneaster congestus

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 36 IN - 60 IN - wide, 6 IN - 30 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cotoneaster congestus

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: wind
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A pretty carpeting evergreen which creates mounds of tiny blue-green leaves, white flowers in spring, red berries in fall. S/M

Gardening facts about Cotoneaster congestus plant

How to Grow Cotoneaster congestus

  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Special Situation

    • wind tolerant
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun

Features

  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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