Cotoneaster apiculatus 'Tom Thumb' (Tom Thumb Cotoneaster)


Botanical Information

FamilyRosaceae
GenusCotoneaster
Speciesapiculatus
Cultivar'Tom Thumb'
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (deciduous)
OriginOriginally from West China.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone4 - 7
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone6a
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)(-20)
Temperature (°F)(-4)
Height30 cm
Spread90 cm
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodJuly, August

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionLow growing and wide spreading shrub.
ID CharacteristicSmall round green leaves. Light pink flowers in Summer.
ShapeLow and mounded.
LandscapeHedge, mass-planting.
PropagationIt’s a genetic freak, so it wouldn’t be able to breed, and thus, wouldn’t be able to produce seeds.
CultivationFull sun to partial shade. Suitable to most soil types.
PestsNo notable pests or diseases.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Bark/Stem DescriptionBrown/green bark.
Flower/Leaf Bud DescriptionRed buds turning into pink flowers in summer.
Leaf DescriptionVivid green, glossy.
Flower DescriptionSmall, light pink.
Fruit DescriptionBright, red fruits along the stem.
Colour DescriptionVivid green leaves. Light pink flowers.
Texture DescriptionMedium textured.

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