Ideal used as a ground cover or low hedge. Can be planted next to house foundations or in large masses on slopes to control erosion. Will grow best in eastern and central Kansas.
Cotoneaster apiculatus
Cranberry Cotoneaster
Cotoneaster apiculatus - Cranberry Cotoneaster
Tips for Homeowners:
Does not require pruning if given the room to grow.
Rate this Plant:
An arching to mounding shrub with small leaves and large red berries that last into winter.
- Superb low hedge formed by spreading branches
- Pink flowers followed by large, red berries
- Tolerates poor soils
Height: 2-3 Feet
Spread: 4-6 Feet
Zone: 4-7
Color: Pink
Interesting Notes about Cranberry Cotoneaster:
The uniquely patterned branching structure is very interesting and makes a great plant for the shrub border. This low-growing shrub spreads by the rooting of branches that extend out onto the soil. The fall color is a brilliant red and the berries will last from fall into winter.
Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes:
- Mass Planting
- Attractive fruit
- Border or Bed
- Naturalizing
- Ground Cover
- Drought Tolerant
- Rock Garden
- Great Foliage
- Low Maintenance
- Specimen
Foliage Color:
- Green
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Songbirds
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
Habit:
- Upright
- Mounding
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Spring
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water