Wall cotoneaster (Cotoneaster horizontalis)

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Cotoneaster horizontalis

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Common name: Wall cotoneaster
Taxonomy: Family: Rosaceae · Genus: Cotoneaster

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How it thrives

Partly general data for the genus Cotoneaster

Waterlow

Lightfull sun

Humiditylowgeneral genus data

Min. temperature-25 °C

Cold winter dormancy · general genus dataDifficulty: ●○○○○ · general genus data⚠ May be toxic to pets / people · general genus data

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Cotoneaster tip: Superb as bonsai – its tiny leaves and red berries stay in proportion at small size.

⚠ Pets & children · genus Cotoneaster

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At a glance

Wall cotoneaster – what to know

Wall cotoneaster (Cotoneaster horizontalis) – family: Rosaceae, genus: Cotoneaster. Care guidelines: light: full sun; water: low; min. -25 °C. For cats: mildly toxic; for dogs: mildly toxic. Keep it out of reach and call a vet straight away if you suspect poisoning.

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Frequently asked questions

How often should I water Wall cotoneaster?

Sparingly: let the soil dry out completely between waterings, and water even less in winter.

How much light does Wall cotoneaster need?

It needs plenty of direct sun – the sunniest window, or outdoors in summer, suits it best.

How cold can Wall cotoneaster get?

Frost-hardy to about -25 °C – it can overwinter outdoors in many climates.

Is Wall cotoneaster toxic to cats and dogs?

For cats: mildly toxic; for dogs: mildly toxic. Keep it out of reach and call a vet straight away if you suspect poisoning.

When does Wall cotoneaster flower?

According to the general guideline for the genus Cotoneaster: Typical flowering time: May, June.

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Average watering interval

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