The deciduous shrub Cotoneaster acutifolius (cotoneaster) bears showy and edged white and dark pink blooms during late spring to early summer. The foliage is greyish lime in colour. Cotoneaster acutifolius (cotoneaster) produces showy and black fruit.
Typical Uses
Bank cover, border, espalier or trellis, hedge, mass planting, screening and woods edge.
Special Characteristics
It is worthy to note that Cotoneaster acutifolius tolerates pollution and salt, and has a natural resistance to deer and rabbits. In the fall, Cotoneaster acutifolius enriches your landscape with its colourful foliage.
Cautions
Bees and wasps are attracted to Cotoneaster acutifolius (cotoneaster) so be careful when you are working around the plant. Also allow some buffer space around the plant in your garden design for walkways or living space in your garden.
