Cotoneaster dammeri 'Lowfast'

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Lowfast Bearberry Cotoneaster

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor        Photographer: Steve Mullany

 

Description

Lowfast Cotoneaster is a vigorous evergreen ground cover Ift high and spreading by rooting branches up to 10-15 ft. It has showy red berries that appear in fall and winter. It is drought tolerant and attracts butterflies - Cornflower Farms

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub, Ground cover

 

Height Range

Under 1', 1-3'

 

Flower Color

White

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Dark Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Red

 

Fruit Season

Winter, Summer, Fall

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Very Low, Low, Medium, Extra in Summer

 

Growth Rate

Fast, Moderate

 

Soil Type

Loam, Rocky

 

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Japanese, Ranch, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

n/a

 

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Fall

 

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Foundation, Lawn, Patio, Raised Planter, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Cut Flowers, Erosion Control, Mass Planting

 

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Even during our hottest months we don't need to water daily.

Give your plants a chance to breathe.

Water late at night or in the early morning hours to avoid losses to wind and evaporation.