Overview
Cotoneaster wardii 'Siddington' is a shrubs, small trees shrubs in the genus Cotoneaster, part of the Rosaceae family, with evergreen, semi-evergreen, deciduous foliage. Cotoneaster wardii 'Siddington' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include specimen plants, hedges, wall shrubs and groundcover.
About
Cotoneaster wardii 'Siddington' is a cultivar of Cotoneaster, a genus of shrubs and small trees in the Rosaceae family. These plants feature simple, whole leaves and produce clusters of small flowers in spring and summer, followed by prominent berries. This cultivar is suited to full sun or partial shade and thrives in well-drained soils including chalk, clay, loam, and sand with a range of pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H6, it can be used as a specimen plant, hedge, wall shrub, or groundcover, providing interest particularly in winter.
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
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Cotoneaster wardii 'Siddington' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Shrubs, Small trees
- Foliage
- Evergreen, Semi-evergreen, Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Specimen plants, Hedges, Wall shrubs, Groundcover
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Cotoneaster wardii 'Siddington'
- Propagation
- Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Woolly aphid, Scale insects, Cotoneaster webber caterpillar
- Disease resistance
- Fireblight, Honey fungus, Leaf spot, Silver leaf, Virus diseases
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Cotoneaster wardii 'Siddington'?
Cotoneaster wardii 'Siddington' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Cotoneaster wardii 'Siddington' need?
Cotoneaster wardii 'Siddington' 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.
Is Cotoneaster wardii 'Siddington' hardy in the UK?
Cotoneaster wardii 'Siddington' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Cotoneaster wardii 'Siddington'?
Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings.