Overview
Cotoneaster salicifolius 'Rothschildianus' is a bushy, spreading, arching stems shrub in the genus Cotoneaster, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous or evergreen, small leaves foliage. Cotoneaster salicifolius 'Rothschildianus' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include hedging, borders and groundcover. It is native to China.
About
Cotoneaster salicifolius, the willow-leaved cotoneaster, is a drought-tolerant, evergreen to semi-evergreen, low-lying, small to medium-sized shrub with an arched branching habit. Specimens growing in the wild, however, are generally larger, averaging five meters in height.
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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 pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- dry,medium
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- sheltered, exposed
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Cotoneaster salicifolius 'Rothschildianus' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- shrub
- Habit
- Bushy, Spreading, Arching stems
- Foliage
- Deciduous or evergreen, Small leaves
- Suggested uses
- hedging, borders, groundcover
- Native to
- China
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Cotoneaster salicifolius 'Rothschildianus'
- Cultivation
- Prefers well-drained soil; drought tolerant once established; prune to maintain shape after flowering.
- Pruning
- Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood.
- Propagation
- semi-ripe cuttings in summer
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Woolly aphids, Scale insects, Cotoneaster webber caterpillar
- Disease resistance
- Fire blight, Honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Cotoneaster salicifolius 'Rothschildianus'?
Prefers well-drained soil; drought tolerant once established; prune to maintain shape after flowering.
Where is the best place to plant Cotoneaster salicifolius 'Rothschildianus'?
Cotoneaster salicifolius 'Rothschildianus' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered and exposed positions.
What soil does Cotoneaster salicifolius 'Rothschildianus' need?
Cotoneaster salicifolius 'Rothschildianus' grows best in well-drained soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays dry to medium.
How do I prune Cotoneaster salicifolius 'Rothschildianus'?
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood.
Is Cotoneaster salicifolius 'Rothschildianus' hardy in the UK?
Cotoneaster salicifolius 'Rothschildianus' 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 salicifolius 'Rothschildianus'?
Semi-ripe cuttings in summer.
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