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Cotoneaster x ‘Hessei’
Cotoneaster Hessei
(Zone 5) Glossy, deep green leaves become reddish-purple in fall, persisting for several weeks. When grown horizontally, has a tiered effect. Good resistance to spider mites and fire blight.

Flower:
Early June
Pinkish Red

Fruit:
Late Aug, Sept, Oct, Persistant
Red
Pome

Fall Color:
Reddish Purple

Shape:
Spreading

Size: 2' X 8'

Distinct Features:
Herringbone tiered low branching growth form

Best Dig Time:
Container

Adaptable To:
pH
Moisture

Uses:
Erosion Control, embankment
Foundation
Groundcover
Low Maintenance
Mass/Grouping
Terrace

 

pH Preference :
Slightly Acidic soil
Neutral soil

Tolerates:
Acidic soil
Alkaline soil

Sun Preference:
Full Sun
Partial Shade
Tolerates:
Partial Shade
Full Sun
Shade

Soil Moisture Preferred:
Moist
Tolerates:
Dry
Wet

Site Preferred:
Rich
Well Drained

Tolerates:
Poor, Gravelly soil
Clayey soil

Environmental Tolerances:
Deer
Disease
Pest
Salt Spray
Wind / Exposed Sites

 
 

   
 
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