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Little Leaf Cotoneaster

Cotoneaster Microphyllus

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Overview

The Little Leaf Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster microphyllus) is an evergreen shrub, valued for its dense, mat-forming growth, reaching 2-3 feet in height with a 6 feet spread. Its tiny, glossy, dark green leaves contrast with striking, red berries in fall and winter. Hardy in USDA zones 5-8, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires well-draining soil. Ideal for ground cover, rock gardens, and slopes, offering year-round interest.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 5–7Type Ground cover, Shrub
Little Leaf Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Microphyllus) — scientifically dubbed Cotoneaster microphyllus; its dense growth habit and graceful

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
5–7

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Ground cover, Shrub
Family
Rosaceae

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Little Leaf Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Microphyllus) — When designing with this plant; its dense growth habit and graceful
Little Leaf Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Microphyllus) — It typically reaches a height of 1 to 3 feet with a spread of 3 to 6 feet
Little Leaf Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Microphyllus) — consider its use for erosion control on steep banks
Little Leaf Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Microphyllus) — from loamy to sandy and even clay soils; it is adaptable to a range of soil types
Little Leaf Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Microphyllus) — making it a preferred choice for landscape designs; or as a specimen in mixed shrub borders for year-round
Little Leaf Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Microphyllus) — from loamy to sandy and even clay soils
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