Is Cotoneaster an invasive species?

This non-native invasive shrub comes in endless varieties and is spread by birds. The plants out-compete native vegetation and can be difficult to eradicate. They are especially problematical in limestone cliffs, pavements and screes.

How do you care for cotoneaster Dammeri?

A full sun to partial shade lover, this plant is easily grown in dry to medium moisture, well-drained soils. Although it is drought tolerant once established, occasional watering will help the fruit form to perfection in late summer and fall. Excellent ground cover with year round interest.

Is cotoneaster Dammeri deer resistant?

Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster dammeri) Deer resistant shrub.

Is Cotoneaster horizontalis poisonous?

Is Cotoneaster horizontalis poisonous? Cotoneaster horizontalis can be toxic.

How tall does a Cotoneaster tree grow?

6-8m
With a mature height of 6-8m, the branches are upright when young but are fast growing so soon become arching and graceful. It can be an excellent specimen or screening tree in a smaller garden.

Will deer eat cotoneaster?

Cotoneaster is a great evergreen choice for deer-troubled landscapes. While deer-browsing habits are always more aggressive in the winter, this winter and early spring seem to be especially bad.

How do you plant Tom Thumb Cotoneaster?

‘Tom Thumb’ thrives in full sun to partial shade, and no pests seem to bother it. It’s reported to prefer dry soils; however, my plants grow happily in heavy clay. This miniature deciduous shrub is a handy plant to have around, particularly if you’re looking for a small green shrub that behaves itself.

Why do bees love cotoneaster?

Cotoneaster splendens is known for attracting bees and birds. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers, is used for nesting materials and provides shelter and habitat.

Is Cotoneaster horizontalis poisonous to dogs?

The Gardeners World website says this tree can be toxic to dogs – but the tree doesn’t appear on other lists of plants that are poisonous to dogs (RHS/Dogs Trust).

How tall does a Cotoneaster dammeri lowfast grow?

Cotoneaster dammeri ‘Lowfast’ (Bearberry Cotoneaster) – This is an evergreen groundcover that grows only 1 foot tall and spreads to about 12 feet by trailing stems, which root as they touch the ground. White flowers in the spring are followed by bright red berries.

When to use Cotoneaster dammeri for erosion control?

If provided the right conditions, full sun to light shade and good drainage, be prepared for this Cotoneaster to spread quickly. Use Cotoneaster dammeri ‘Lowfast’ for erosion control or as a hardy groundcover in a variety of landscapes.

When do the leaves on Cotoneaster dammeri turn red?

In late spring, button-sized white flowers bloom along the stems and are followed in summer by bright-red, ¼” berries. In fall and winter, its leaves turn red before settling into a purple color. If provided the right conditions, full sun to light shade and good drainage, be prepared for this Cotoneaster to spread quickly.