Cotoneaster congestus - 2 Ltr pot

Description
These produce red fruits from September onwards.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Cotoneaster microphyllus var. glacialis.

Bulletpoints
* Fruit ornamental * cut flower * suitable for containers

Growth habit
Cotoneaster is flat in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

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

Soil
Standard container plant 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. - Watering less frequently, but thoroughly and thoroughly, encourages the plant roots to penetrate deeper into the soil. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

Flower
The white flowers appear from May to June.

fruit
The red fruits of Cotoneaster congestus are particularly decorative. These appear from September.

Use
Pruning, group planting, ornamental shrubs, containers, bird food plant, balcony/patio