Peking Cotoneaster
Cotoneaster acutifolius
koh-TON-ee-as-ter
Shrubs: Ornamental Shrub
Zone
3: -40° to -30°
Min. Temp
Frost Tolerant: 24°
Appearance
Summer Foliage
Dark Green
Fall Foliage
Green
Flower Color
White
Blooming Time
Late Spring - Late Spring
Habit
Spreading
Height
6–10 ft
Spread
10–20 ft
Form
Single
Characteristics
Type
Open-Pollinated
Safety
Non-toxic
Growth Rate
Moderate
Tolerance/Resistance
Drought Tolerant
Attracts
Attracts Honeybees & Pollinators; Attracts Birds
Uses/Placement
Hedge
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure
Full Sun - Part Shade
Soil Texture
Adaptable
Soil Drainage
Adaptable
Soil Moisture
Dry to Average
Soil PH
Slightly Alkaline: 7.0-7.5
PH Tolerance
Prefers slightly alkaline soil
Soil Amendment(s)
Compost
Fertilizer
Light Feeder
Fertilizer Formula
Balanced Fertilizer
Fertilizer Timing
Pre-Bloom
Micronutrients
Trace Minerals Beneficial
Care
Care Level
Low
Behavior and Propagation
Spreading
Moderate Spreader
Propagation Method
Benefits from Pollinators
Propagation Licensing
Open propagation permitted
Division Timing
Rarely Needs Division
