Overview

Cotoneaster lacteus is a shrub in the genus Cotoneaster, part of the Rosaceae family. Cotoneaster lacteus grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained soils. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include hedging, screens and wildlife gardens. It is native to Tibet and south-central China.

About

Cotoneaster coriaceus, the late cotoneaster or milkflower cotoneaster, is a species of flowering plant in the family Rosaceae, native to Tibet and south-central China. It is a large evergreen shrub growing to 4 m (13 ft) tall and wide.

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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, partial shade

Soil type

well-drained

Soil moisture

moist

Exposure

sheltered

UK hardiness

H5

Plant details

Cotoneaster lacteus size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

shrub

Suggested uses

hedging, screens, wildlife gardens

Native to

Tibet, south-central China

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Cotoneaster lacteus

Cultivation

Prefers well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Tolerates urban conditions.

Pruning

Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood.

Propagation

Seed, semi-ripe cuttings

Frequently asked questions