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Peking Cotoneaster

Cotoneaster Acutifolius

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Overview

The Peking Cotoneaster, Cotoneaster acutifolius, is a resilient deciduous shrub, thriving in zones 4-7. It showcases shiny dark green leaves and produces small pink flowers, followed by attractive black berries. With a mature height of 6-10 feet and a spread of 5-9 feet, this plant offers excellent dense hedging and winter interest. Prefers full sun to partial shade and adapts well to various soil types, requiring minimal maintenance once established.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, MediumZones 4–8Climate Temperate
Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — it's important to allocate space for its full growth potential.<br><br>Characterized by its dark green
Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — It is relatively low maintenance, requiring minimal pruning to maintain shape and remove any unwanted spreadPeking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — It showcases shiny dark green leaves and produces small pink flowers, followed by attractive black berriesPeking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — With a mature height of 6-10 feet and a spread of 5-9 feetPeking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — It showcases shiny dark green leaves and produces small pink flowers, followed by attractive black berries; whenPeking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — Regular watering and annual mulching will promote healthy growth and vitality in this hardy shrubPeking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — The Peking Cotoneaster, Cotoneaster acutifolius, is a resilient deciduous shrub, thriving in zones 4-7; this+19

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
4–8

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Rosaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — it's important to allocate space for its full growth potential.<br><br>Characterized by its dark green
Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — It is relatively low maintenance, requiring minimal pruning to maintain shape and remove any unwanted spread
Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — It showcases shiny dark green leaves and produces small pink flowers, followed by attractive black berries
Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — With a mature height of 6-10 feet and a spread of 5-9 feet
Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — It showcases shiny dark green leaves and produces small pink flowers, followed by attractive black berries; when
Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — Regular watering and annual mulching will promote healthy growth and vitality in this hardy shrub
Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — The Peking Cotoneaster, Cotoneaster acutifolius, is a resilient deciduous shrub, thriving in zones 4-7; this
Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — scientifically known as Cotoneaster acutifolius
Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — this robust plant thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 4 to 7
Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — Prefers full sun to partial shade and adapts well to various soil types
Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — When planning for landscape design
Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — the Peking Cotoneaster adds visual interest throughout the seasons
Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — requiring minimal maintenance once established
Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — berry-like pomes that are approximately 0.25 to 0.3 inches in diameter
Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — these flowers give way to black
Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — The Peking Cotoneaster, Cotoneaster acutifolius, is a resilient deciduous shrub, thriving in zones 4-7
Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — this plant offers excellent dense hedging and winter interest
Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — red flowers in the garden
Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — Tiny, five-petaled pinkish-white flowers emerge in late spring, exuding subtle charm
Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — With a mature height of 6-10 feet and a spread of 5-9 feet; these fruits persist into the winter
Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — with a mature height of 6 to 10 feet and a spread of 5 to 8 feet
Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — the Peking Cotoneaster performs best in well-drained conditions with full sun to partial shade exposure
Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — deciduous shrub renowned for its durability and ornamental value
Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — lance-shaped leaves that shift to an attractive reddish-purple hue in the fall
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