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Cotoneaster apiculatus (Cranberry Cotoneaster)

Cranberry Cotoneaster

Cotoneaster apiculatus, Cranberry Cotoneaster, Deciduous Shrub, Hardy Shrub, Shrub with berries, Red Berries, Groundcover
Cotoneaster apiculatus, Cranberry Cotoneaster, Deciduous Shrub, Hardy Shrub, Shrub with berries, Red Berries, Groundcover
Cotoneaster apiculatus, Cranberry Cotoneaster, Deciduous Shrub, Hardy Shrub, Shrub with berries, Red Berries, Groundcover

Brightening the winter landscape, Cotoneaster apiculatus (Cranberry Cotoneaster) is a dense, spreading, deciduous shrub with stiffly arching branches studded with small, rounded, wavy-edge, glossy green leaves. The foliage turns attractive shades of purple, red and bronze in fall. Small, pink flowers are produced in late spring. They are followed by large, cranberry-like berries which ripen to bright red in late summer to fall, and persist into winter. Spectacular, they provide one of the most cheering sights in the winter garden. Easy to grow, Cranberry Cotoneaster makes a very attractive ground cover or low hedge with its branches forming impenetrable tangles. Tolerant of salt spray, it is also a fine choice for coastal gardens.

  • Grows up in a bushy, densely-branched shrub up to 2-3 ft. tall (60-90 cm) and 3-6 ft. wide (90-180 cm).
  • A full sun lover, this plant is easily grown in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils. Tolerates a wide range of soils, including poor soils. Salt spray and urban pollution tolerant.
  • Excellent ground cover. Perfect for banks and slopes (erosion control), hedges and screens or cascading over walls.
  • No serious pest or disease issues. Keep an eye out for spider mites and fireblight. Rabbit resistant.
  • Prune to shape as needed.
  • Propagate by rooted stem cuttings or seeds.
  • Native to southwestern China.
  • Fruit may cause mild stomach upset if ingested

Requirements

Hardiness 4 - 7
Climate Zones 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, A3
Plant Type Shrubs
Plant Family Rosaceae
Genus Cotoneaster
Common names Cotoneaster
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Late)
Summer (Early, Mid, Late)
Fall
Height 2' - 3'
(60cm - 90cm)
Spread 3' - 6'
(90cm - 180cm)
Spacing 36" - 72"
(90cm - 180cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy, Fruit & Berries
Tolerance Salt, Rabbit
Attracts Birds
Garden Uses Banks And Slopes, Ground Covers, Hedges And Screens
Garden Styles Prairie and Meadow, Informal and Cottage, Coastal Garden
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Alternative Plants to Consider

Cotoneaster lacteus (Parney Cotoneaster)
Cotoneaster lucidus (Hedge Cotoneaster)
Cotoneaster salicifolius (Willow Leaf Cotoneaster)
Cotoneaster dammeri (Bearberry Cotoneaster)
Cotoneaster adpressus (Creeping Cotoneaster)
Cotoneaster horizontalis (Rock Cotoneaster)

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Requirements

Hardiness 4 - 7
Climate Zones 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, A3
Plant Type Shrubs
Plant Family Rosaceae
Genus Cotoneaster
Common names Cotoneaster
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Late)
Summer (Early, Mid, Late)
Fall
Height 2' - 3'
(60cm - 90cm)
Spread 3' - 6'
(90cm - 180cm)
Spacing 36" - 72"
(90cm - 180cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy, Fruit & Berries
Tolerance Salt, Rabbit
Attracts Birds
Garden Uses Banks And Slopes, Ground Covers, Hedges And Screens
Garden Styles Prairie and Meadow, Informal and Cottage, Coastal Garden
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Do I Need?
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