Cotoneaster congestus - 25-30 CM C2

Description
The Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster congestus) is a flat dwarf shrub with decorative, red fruits. It produces white flowers from May to June. The Cotoneaster also has egg-shaped, dark green leaves. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, humus-rich, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 30 cm and is approx. 1 m wide.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Cotoneaster microphyllus var. glacialis.

Bulletpoints
* Fruit ornamental * Cut flower * suitable for containers

leaves
The evergreen leaves of the Cotoneaster are dark green, ovoid.

Frost hardiness
The Cotoneaster has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Cotoneaster is a flat-growing dwarf shrub. It usually reaches a height of 20 - 30 cm and grows to a width of approx. 0.6 - 1 m.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
- A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time. - Watering less frequently, but thoroughly and thoroughly, encourages the plant roots to penetrate deeper into the soil. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

Flower
The white flowers appear from May to June.

Fruit
The red fruits of Cotoneaster congestus are particularly decorative. These appear from September.

Use
Pruning, group planting, ornamental shrubs, containers, bird food plant, balcony/patio