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Red Clusterberry Cotoneaster

Cotoneaster Divaricatus

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Overview

The Red Clusterberry Cotoneaster is a resilient, deciduous shrub with arching branches, reaching 5-6 feet high and wide. Its small, dark green leaves turn reddish-purple in fall. Spring blooms are pinkish-white, setting the stage for vivid red berries persisting into winter. This low-maintenance plant prefers full sun to partial shade and tolerates various soil types. Ideal for hedging and wildlife gardens, it offers year-round interest and attracts birds.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 8–11Type ShrubClimate Arid, Mediterranean, Temperate
Red Clusterberry Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Divaricatus) — the Red Clusterberry Cotoneaster is a superb selection for beautifying residential or commercial

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
8–11

Shape & size

Mature height
5–6 Ft.
Mature width
5–6 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Rosaceae
Climate
Arid, Mediterranean, Temperate

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Red Clusterberry Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Divaricatus) — this species typically reaches a mature height of 5 to 6 feet and spans an impressive 6 to 8 feet
Red Clusterberry Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Divaricatus) — The shrub demonstrates adaptability to a variety of soil conditions, preferring, image 48
Red Clusterberry Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Divaricatus) — scientifically named Cotoneaster divaricatus; its small, dark green leaves turn reddish-purple in fall
Red Clusterberry Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Divaricatus) — The Red Clusterberry Cotoneaster is a resilient
Red Clusterberry Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Divaricatus) — shrub with pink and white blooms
Red Clusterberry Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Divaricatus) — roughly 1/4 inch in diameter; its small, dark green leaves turn reddish-purple in fall
Red Clusterberry Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Divaricatus) — exhibiting a glossy green hue that transitions to striking shades of bronze; rounded leaves measuring
Red Clusterberry Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Divaricatus) — The Red Clusterberry Cotoneaster is a resilient; its small, dark green leaves turn reddish-purple in
Red Clusterberry Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Divaricatus) — Its small, dark green leaves turn reddish-purple in fall
Red Clusterberry Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Divaricatus) — This low-maintenance plant prefers full sun to partial shade and tolerates various soil types
Red Clusterberry Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Divaricatus) — The shrub demonstrates adaptability to a variety of soil conditions, preferring well-drained loams
Red Clusterberry Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Divaricatus) — shrub for full or half
Red Clusterberry Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Divaricatus) — Spring blooms are pinkish-white, setting the stage for vivid red berries persisting into winter; its
Red Clusterberry Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Divaricatus) — reaching 5-6 feet high and wide
Red Clusterberry Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Divaricatus) — It is advisable to include regular pruning to maintain its structured appearance and promote vigorous
Red Clusterberry Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Divaricatus) — Ideal for hedging and wildlife gardens, it offers year-round interest and attracts birds; rounded
Red Clusterberry Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Divaricatus) — This low-maintenance plant prefers full sun to partial shade and tolerates various soil types; gaining
Red Clusterberry Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Divaricatus) — this species typically reaches a mature height of 5 to 6 feet and spans an impressive 6 to 8 feet wide
Red Clusterberry Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Divaricatus) — that envelop the shrub and entice beneficial pollinators
Red Clusterberry Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Divaricatus) — these blooms give way to a vivid display of bright red berries
Red Clusterberry Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Divaricatus) — It is advisable to include regular pruning to maintain its structured appearance and, image 51
Red Clusterberry Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Divaricatus) — is a versatile deciduous shrub known for its multi-stemmed growth habit and wide-spreading nature
Red Clusterberry Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Divaricatus) — Gaining prominence with landscape designers for its striking four-season interest
Red Clusterberry Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Divaricatus) — Gaining prominence with landscape designers for its striking four-season interest; rounded leaves
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