Cotoneaster

Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: moderately fertile, well-drained soilRate of growth: average to fast-growingFlowering period: MayHardiness: fully hardyThe glossy dark green leaves of amp nbsp this small, spreading, deciduous shrub are studded with tiny, pinkish-white flowers in May, followed by bright red autumn berries. The leaves turn orange-red before they fall. The branches form a pretty herringbone pattern, which means the plant looks stunning grown flat against a wall. It is also an excellent groundcover plant for a sunny border.Garden care: After flowering, lightly cut back any branches that spoil the symmetry of the plant and apply a generous 5-7cm 2-3in mulch of well-rotted garden compost or manure around the base of the plant. In autumn trim back lightly any branches that obscure the display of fruit. Price : £ 7.99

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