Overview
Cotoneaster glaucophyllus is a bushy shrubs in the genus Cotoneaster, part of the Rosaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 5 metres tall and 5 metres wide. Cotoneaster glaucophyllus grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden and coastal.
About
Cotoneaster glaucophyllus, commonly known as glaucous cotoneaster' or bright bead cotoneaster, is a native plant of China and the Himalayas. Cotoneaster glaucophyllus is a spreading evergreen shrub growing up to 5 metres (16 ft) tall. The oblong leaves are 1.5–4 centimetres (0.59–1.57 in) wide by 3–8 centimetres (1.2–3.1 in) long, with hairy undersides when young. Clumps of red berries are produced after flowering. Grow it in full sun and most soil types. In UK gardens it is hardy in most of the UK (RHS H5). It works well for city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden and coastal. It tolerates soil of any pH, well-drained conditions and south-facing and west-facing aspects. Plant in well-drained soil in sun or partial shade.
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About the genus
Cotoneaster is a genus of flowering plants in the rose family, Rosaceae, native to the Palaearctic region, with a strong concentration of diversity in the genus in the mountains of southwestern China and the Himalayas. They are related to hawthorns (Crataegus), firethorns (Pyracantha), photinias (Photinia), and rowans (Sorbus).
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Cotoneaster
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Cotoneaster glaucophyllus size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Height
- 5 metres
- Spread
- 5 metres
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Coastal
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Cotoneaster glaucophyllus
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed sown in containers in a cold frame as soon as ripe in autumn, or by semi-ripe cuttings in late summer
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to brown scale, cotoneaster webber caterpillar and aphids including woolly aphid
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to fireblight, honey fungus, leaf spot, silver leaf and virus diseases
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Cotoneaster glaucophyllus?
Cotoneaster glaucophyllus prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Cotoneaster glaucophyllus need?
Cotoneaster glaucophyllus is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
How big does Cotoneaster glaucophyllus grow?
Cotoneaster glaucophyllus reaches a height of 5 metres and a spread of 5 metres.
Is Cotoneaster glaucophyllus hardy in the UK?
Cotoneaster glaucophyllus has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Cotoneaster glaucophyllus?
Propagate by seed sown in containers in a cold frame as soon as ripe in autumn, or by semi-ripe cuttings in late summer.