Cotoneaster praecox 'Boer' (Boer Cotoneaster)


Botanical Information

FamilyRosaceae
GenusCotoneaster
Speciespraecox
Cultivar'Boer'
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (evergreen)
Pronunciation

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone5
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone4
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height40 cm
Spread1 m
GrowthFast

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionArching habit while leaves are dark green above, light green below and somewhat waxy.
ID CharacteristicArching branches bear large, orange-red fruits. Has glossy, obtuse leaves which turn bright red in autumn.
ShapeArching habit.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Leaf DescriptionFoliage is waxy, dark green above, silvery green below turning brilliant red in October. Small bright red berries last through to February.
Colour DescriptionAutumn colour is a brilliant red.

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