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Tom Thumb Cranberry Cotoneaster
Cotoneaster apiculatus 'Tom Thumb'
Pronunciation: ko-to-ne-AS-ter a-pik-u-LA-tus
SKU #02855
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Once established water during dry spells.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 1 to 2 ft. tall, spreading 5 ft wide.
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| Description | Tiny glossy leaves grace the arching branches of this tidy, compact variety. Spreads as a dense mound requiring little to no pruning to maintain its shape, making it an excellent low-maintenance groundcover. Offers bright red to burgundy fall foliage hues. Grows well in poor soils, including dry areas and clay. Semi-evergreen to deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Fall Color, Waterwise, Compact Form, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant, Tolerates Urban Pollution, Road Salt Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Barrier, Border, Espalier, Hedge, Ground Cover |
| Design Ideas | Plant en masse over a wide area to create a weed-blocking groundcover. Works well in rock gardens as a backdrop for plants with blue-green or red foliage. Place near plants with larger foliage to add a contrasting texture. |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Fall Color | Burgundy |
| Companion Plants | Magnolia (Magnolia); Rose (Rosa); Juniper (Juniperus); Dogwood (Cornus); Cranberry Bush (Viburnum) |
| Care Instructions | Grows easily in average, well-drained soils. Adaptable to a wide range of soil conditions, but does not do well in hot, humid climates. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Apply fertilizer in early spring. |
| Lore | The name Cotoneaster derives from cotoneum, a Latin name for the quince, and the suffix -aster, meaning 'resembling'. |
Details
| Description | Tiny glossy leaves grace the arching branches of this tidy, compact variety. Spreads as a dense mound requiring little to no pruning to maintain its shape, making it an excellent low-maintenance groundcover. Offers bright red to burgundy fall foliage hues. Grows well in poor soils, including dry areas and clay. Semi-evergreen to deciduous. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Fall Color, Waterwise, Compact Form, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant, Tolerates Urban Pollution, Road Salt Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Barrier, Border, Espalier, Hedge, Ground Cover |
|---|---|
| Design Ideas | Plant en masse over a wide area to create a weed-blocking groundcover. Works well in rock gardens as a backdrop for plants with blue-green or red foliage. Place near plants with larger foliage to add a contrasting texture. |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Fall Color | Burgundy |
| Companion Plants | Magnolia (Magnolia); Rose (Rosa); Juniper (Juniperus); Dogwood (Cornus); Cranberry Bush (Viburnum) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Grows easily in average, well-drained soils. Adaptable to a wide range of soil conditions, but does not do well in hot, humid climates. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Apply fertilizer in early spring. |
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History
| Lore | The name Cotoneaster derives from cotoneum, a Latin name for the quince, and the suffix -aster, meaning 'resembling'. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Tom Thumb Cranberry Cotoneaster produce flowers?
Summer
Is Tom Thumb Cranberry Cotoneaster evergreen or deciduous?
Tom Thumb Cranberry Cotoneaster is Deciduous.
What are the special features of Tom Thumb Cranberry Cotoneaster?
Tom Thumb Cranberry Cotoneaster is Fall Color, Waterwise, Compact Form, Benefits Birds.
Is Tom Thumb Cranberry Cotoneaster resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant, Tolerates Urban Pollution, Road Salt Tolerant
How fast does Tom Thumb Cranberry Cotoneaster grow?
Tom Thumb Cranberry Cotoneaster has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Tom Thumb Cranberry Cotoneaster in my landscape?
Tom Thumb Cranberry Cotoneaster is suitable for: Barrier, Border, Espalier, Hedge, Ground Cover.
How can I use Tom Thumb Cranberry Cotoneaster in my garden design?
Plant en masse over a wide area to create a weed-blocking groundcover. Works well in rock gardens as a backdrop for plants with blue-green or red foliage. Place near plants with larger foliage to add a contrasting texture.
What color are Tom Thumb Cranberry Cotoneaster flowers?
Tom Thumb Cranberry Cotoneaster produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of Tom Thumb Cranberry Cotoneaster?
Tom Thumb Cranberry Cotoneaster has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Tom Thumb Cranberry Cotoneaster?
Good companion plants for Tom Thumb Cranberry Cotoneaster include: Magnolia (Magnolia); Rose (Rosa); Juniper (Juniperus); Dogwood (Cornus); Cranberry Bush (Viburnum).
How do I care for Tom Thumb Cranberry Cotoneaster?
Grows easily in average, well-drained soils. Adaptable to a wide range of soil conditions, but does not do well in hot, humid climates. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Apply fertilizer in early spring.
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