Cotoneaster horizontalis

Rock Cotoneaster

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Low-growing deciduous shrub with a prostrate habit. Small oval leaves turn red in autumn, followed by bright red berries. Excellent for rockeries or wall training.
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Plant Details

Common Name Rock Cotoneaster
Family Rosaceae
Genus Cotoneaster
Species Horizontalis
Origin China
Blooming Small pinkish-white flowers in late spring.
Leaf Color Green turning red-orange in autumn.
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil. Tolerates poor conditions.

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Watering

Water regularly during establishment; drought tolerant once mature. Reduce in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers full sun for best color and fruiting; tolerates partial shade.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring only if growth is poor.

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Pruning

Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood.

Pest Control Aphid Caterpillar 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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Aug
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eco Leaf Persistence 8 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)
1500 – 50000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
200 – 5000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 65%
% 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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