Cotoneaster lacteus - 50-60 CM C3.5

Description
The Late cotoneaster (Cotoneaster lacteus) is an upright, spreading large shrub that produces white flowers. They appear in June. These produce red fruits from September. The Late cotoneaster also has lanceolate, medium green leaves. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, nutrient-rich, sandy, loamy soil, it usually reaches a height of around 4 metres and grows to a width of around 4 metres.

Bulletpoints
* Cut flower

leaves
The evergreen leaves of the Late cotoneaster are medium green, lanceolate.

Frost hardiness
The Late cotoneaster has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Late cotoneaster is an upright and spreading large shrub. It usually reaches a height of 3 - 4 m and is approx. 3 - 4 m wide.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

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

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.

Flower
The white flowers appear in June.

Use
Pruning, group planting, ornamental shrub