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) — The Peking Cotoneaster, Cotoneaster acutifolius, is a resilient deciduous shrub, thriving in zones 4-7

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) — this plant offers excellent dense hedging and winter interest

Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — Prefers full sun to partial shade and adapts well to various soil types

Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — requiring minimal maintenance once established

Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — scientifically known as Cotoneaster acutifolius

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) — The Peking Cotoneaster, Cotoneaster acutifolius, is a resilient deciduous shrub, thriving in zones 4-7

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) — this plant offers excellent dense hedging and winter interest

Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — Prefers full sun to partial shade and adapts well to various soil types

Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — requiring minimal maintenance once established

Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — scientifically known as Cotoneaster acutifolius

Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — deciduous shrub renowned for its durability and ornamental value

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) — this robust plant thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 4 to 7

Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — When planning for landscape design

Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — lance-shaped leaves that shift to an attractive reddish-purple hue in the fall

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) — the Peking Cotoneaster adds visual interest throughout the seasons

Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — Tiny, five-petaled pinkish-white flowers emerge in late spring, exuding subtle charm

Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — these flowers give way to black

Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — These fruits persist into the winter

Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — berry-like pomes that are approximately 0.25 to 0.3 inches in diameter

Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — the Peking Cotoneaster performs best in well-drained conditions with full sun to partial shade exposure

Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — It is relatively low maintenance, requiring minimal pruning to maintain shape and remove any unwanted spread

Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — Regular watering and annual mulching will promote healthy growth and vitality in this hardy shrub

Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — The plant is also notable for its use in hedges, screens, or as a windbreak due to its dense growth habit

Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — red flowers in the garden

Peking Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Acutifolius) — The Peking Cotoneaster, Cotoneaster acutifolius, is a resilient deciduous shrub, thriving in zones 4-7; this

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