Cotoneaster horizontalis - C1

Description
Attention! The species Cotoneaster horizontalis is categorised as an invasive species in Switzerland and may not be traded, planted or otherwise spread there. The Wall spray (Cotoneaster horizontalis) is a sprawling, overhanging, branched small shrub with decorative, red, round fruits that stay on for a very long time. It produces light pink-coloured flowers in June. The Wall spray also has leathery, 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. 1 m and is approx. 2 m wide.

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Wall spray are dark green, ovate, leathery, alternate, with entire margins. They are about 1 - 2 cm in size. Wall spray turns bright orange-red to scarlet in autumn.

Spread
China.

Frost hardiness
The Wall spray has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Wall spray is a sprawling, overhanging and branching small shrub. It usually reaches a height of 0.8 - 1 m and is approx. 1.5 - 2 m wide. It usually grows 10 - 15 cm per year.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

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

Soil
Normal soil.

Flower
The light pink flowers appear in June.

Fruit
The red, round fruits of Cotoneaster horizontalis are particularly decorative. These appear from September. Cling for a very long time.

Root
Cotoneaster horizontalis is a shallow-rooted or heart-rooted plant.