Cotoneaster atrop. 'Variegatus' - 1.5 Ltr pot

Description
From September onwards, these produce red, round fruits that keep for a very long time.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Cotoneaster atropurpureus 'Variegatus'.

Bulletpoints
* Fruit ornaments * Cut flower * attractive orange-red, scarlet-red autumn colouring * heat tolerant, drought resistant, resistant to urban climates, wind resistant

Leaves
Attractive orange-red to scarlet autumn colouring.

Growth habit
Wall spray 'Variegatus' is sprawling, overhanging and branched in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time.

Flower
The light pink flowers appear in June.

fruit
The red, round fruits of Cotoneaster horizontalis 'Variegatus' are particularly decorative. These appear from September. Adhere for a very long time.

Use
Pruning, group planting, ornamental shrub, heather garden, rock garden, ground cover, bird feeder

Root
Cotoneaster horizontalis 'Variegatus' is a shallow-rooted or heart-rooted plant.