Cotoneaster apiculatus

Himalayan Cotoneaster

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Small deciduous shrub with dense branching, glossy leaves, and vibrant red berries in autumn. Popular for ground cover or bonsai cultivation due to its compact growth habit.
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Plant Details

Common Name Himalayan Cotoneaster
Family Rosaceae
Genus Cotoneaster
Species Apiculatus
Origin Himalayas / Western China
Blooming Late spring to early summer, white flowers turning to red berries
Leaf Color Dark green turning orange/red in autumn
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained, fertile loam or sandy soil; tolerant of various pH levels.

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Watering

Moderate watering during active growth; drought tolerant once established. Reduce in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers full sun for best berry production and coloration; tolerates partial shade.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced fertilizer in spring before new growth; avoid late summer feeding to harden off wood.

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Pruning

Prune after flowering to maintain shape; remove dead wood in late winter.

Pest Control Aphid Leaf Miner Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 9 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
5° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1000 – 40000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1200 – 3500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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