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Cotoneaster astrophoros

Family Rosaceae
Plant Type broadleaf evergreen
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in)
Spread 15 - 45 cm (6 - 18 in)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
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Description The broadleaf evergreen Cotoneaster astrophoros (cotoneaster) bears showy and medium magenta blossoms during late spring to early summer. The foliage is faded green in colour and evergreen. Cotoneaster astrophoros (cotoneaster) bears showy fruit.
Special Characteristics Birds are attracted to Cotoneaster astrophoros . In the winter, Cotoneaster astrophoros provides winter interest.