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Cotoneaster x suecicus 'Coral Beauty'

Family Rosaceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   5a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level
Height 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 1.8 m (3 - 6 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The shrub Cotoneaster x suecicus 'Coral Beauty' (bearberry cotoneaster) bears showy and white flowers during late spring to early summer. The showy glossy foliage is deep green in colour, fine in texture and evergreen. Cotoneaster x suecicus 'Coral Beauty' (bearberry cotoneaster) yields showy fruit. This plant has smooth bark.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, edging, ground cover and foundation.
Special Characteristics This shrub attracts birds to your garden. Cotoneaster x suecicus 'Coral Beauty' tolerates drought, compacted soil, pollution and salt.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Cotoneaster x suecicus 'Coral Beauty' (bearberry cotoneaster) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. Where conditions are favourable, Cotoneaster x suecicus 'Coral Beauty' (bearberry cotoneaster) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control.