Product description
Cotoneaster Queen of Carpets is an evergreen shrub which will bring an elegant mix of colour to proceedings, with small, glossy green leaves being the offset to pink and white flowering in the Summer months. The plant will also produce red fruit in Autumn and Winter to add yet more colour and, also, with the white blooms easily attracting bees, this shrub will also add benefits to nature. Cotoneaster should be planted in moist, well-drained soil and kept in full sun at the best of times. Until the plant is established in the garden, watering should be carried out well. After that period, it will convert to low maintenance levels, remaining hassle-free for the most-part.
Please Note: Images are for illustrative purposes only and designed to be a representation of the item(s) being sold. Depending on seasonality, deciduous plants may be supplied in their dormant state and without leaves. Plants may also be pruned back, lower than stated heights, to encourage new growth.
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Cotoneaster 'Queen of Carpets'
Cotoneaster 'Queen of Carpets'
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Product description
Cotoneaster Queen of Carpets is an evergreen shrub which will bring an elegant mix of colour to proceedings, with small, glossy green leaves being the offset to pink and white flowering in the Summer months. The plant will also produce red fruit in Autumn and Winter to add yet more colour and, also, with the white blooms easily attracting bees, this shrub will also add benefits to nature. Cotoneaster should be planted in moist, well-drained soil and kept in full sun at the best of times. Until the plant is established in the garden, watering should be carried out well. After that period, it will convert to low maintenance levels, remaining hassle-free for the most-part.
Please Note: Images are for illustrative purposes only and designed to be a representation of the item(s) being sold. Depending on seasonality, deciduous plants may be supplied in their dormant state and without leaves. Plants may also be pruned back, lower than stated heights, to encourage new growth.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Hard pruning can result in a lack of berries being produced, so only prune lightly in spring to remove dead or damaged branches.
How to Water
Water regularly for the first year. After this, contoneaster is drought tolerant and only needs to be watered during dry spells.
How to Plant
Cotoneasters grow well in a range of soil types but prefer moist, well-draining soil. They thrive in full sun or partial shade and are best planted out in autumn, while the soil is still warm but doesn’t dry out too quickly. Dig in plenty of organic matter and create a hole slightly bigger than the nursery pot. Position the plant, ensuring the top of the root ball is at soil level. Backfill the hole with soil and compost, firming down as you go, and water in well.
