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Cotoneaster lucidus

Also Known As

  • Hedge Cotoneaster

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'-10'
  • W: 6'-10'

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

Cotoneaster lucidus plant details

Cotoneaster lucidus is a broadleaf deciduous 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 - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cotoneaster lucidus

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cotoneaster lucidus

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: wind
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

"One of the handsomest of the black-fruited Cotoneasters" (Bean), this sturdy 6-10' shrub has glossy foliage (brilliantly colored in fall) and pink and white flowers followed by lustrous black berries. S/M

Gardening facts about Cotoneaster lucidus plant

How to Grow Cotoneaster lucidus

  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Special Situation

    • wind tolerant
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade

Features

  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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