Cotoneaster salicifolius 'Repens'
Spreading Willowleaf Cotoneaster
Description
Spreading Willowleaf Cotoneaster is a vigorous evergreen shrub or small tree with slender dark green leaves and bright red fruits. It is often grown as a small tree with weeping branches. It can be invasive if not maintained.
Plant Type
Broadleaf Evergreen, Shrub, Ground cover
Height Range
1-3'
Width Range
3-6', 6-12'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Red
Fruit Season
Fall
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch, Woodland
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Foundation, Raised Planter, Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Cascade, Erosion Control, Hanging Baskets
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Adjust sprinklers to avoid watering sidewalks and driveways.