Product description
Cotoneaster Variegatus is a low-growing small deciduous shrub with horizontally spreading branches, bearing small leaves margined with cream and tinted red in autumn. Develops small pink flowers followed by red berries.
Grows to around 0.5m in height, ideal hedge for covering walls and fences. Plant in full sun.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth
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Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
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.
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