A erect to spreading shrub with arching branches. Leaves grey-green above, white beneath. White, suffused red, flowers are followed by bright orange-red, round fruit. Max Height 3m. Max Spread 3m. Flowers May to June. Fruits August. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Cotoneaster franchetii
A erect to spreading shrub with arching branches. Leaves grey-green above, white beneath. White, suffused red, flowers are followed by bright orange-red, round fruit.
Additional information
| Generic | Cotoneaster |
|---|---|
| Species | franchetii |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | white, red |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
| Height | 3m |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Spread | 3m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Arching |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, grey |
| Flowers From | May, June |
| Colour Fruit | red, orange |
| Fruits When | August |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Specimen, Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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