Gray Cotoneaster
Cotoneaster Franchetii
Overview
The Gray Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster franchetii) is a resilient, evergreen shrub reaching 6 to 10 feet tall and wide. Its gray-green leaves with white undersides support bright orange-red berries and soft pink blossoms. Suited for USDA zones 7-8, it thrives in full sun to part shade and requires moderate watering. Ideal for hedges or mass plantings, it offers year-round interest and is drought-tolerant once established. Trim annually for shape.
Sun FullWater Very LowZones 6–9Type ShrubClimate Temperate
Culture
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Very Low
- USDA zones
- 6–9
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 6–10 Ft.
- Mature width
- 4–8 Ft.
Classification
- Type
- Shrub
- Family
- Rosaceae
- Climate
- Temperate
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