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Cotoneaster Lowfast
Bearberry Cotoneaster
Bearberry Cotoneaster

Common name:Bearberry Cotoneaster
Botanical name:Cotoneaster dammeri

This prostrate, trailing evergreen shrub is primarily used as a ground cover, reaching 1'-1.5' tall and spreading 6'. It is highlighted with bright green, ovate to rounded leaves with prominent veins. During the spring, small white flowers cover the plant. In the fall and winter, Bearberry Cotoneaster is accented by small, bright red berries. It does best in full or part sun and is not particular with the soil. It has low water needs once it's established.

Designer: Zone 7

Cotoneaster Lowfast
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Photographer: GardenSoft

Soils and Compost:

Physical weed control, including mulching, or hand removal protects the watershed from harmful chemicals.

Integrated Pest Management:

Remove irrigation water and fertilizer from areas where you don't want weeds to grow.