Cotoneaster buxifolius
Bright Bead Cotoneaster
Description
An evergreen shrub that grows to 2'-3' tall and 3'-5' wide, this plant produces small, dull gray green, hairy leaves. White flowers bloom in spring, followed by dusky red berries. It is great for use on slopes since it is prostrate and mounding. It prefers full sun to light shade. This shrub is drought tolerant once it's established. It's important not to overwater as it will affect berry production.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Grey Green, Grey
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Red
Fruit Season
Summer
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch
Accenting Features
Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Parking Strip, Park, Parking Lot, Raised Planter
Special Uses
Cascade, Erosion Control, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.