• Multiple seasons of interest
• Hardy specimen
• Large clusters of small white flowers
• Attracts an abundance of wildlife
• Long-lasting, apricot-yellow fruits
The Cotoneaster salicifolius ‘Exburiensis’ is a dense, bushy, weeping, evergreen, providing multiple seasons of interest.
Description
This hardy Cotoneaster displays large clusters of small white flowers from May to June, attracting an abundance of wildlife. The flowers are followed by small, spherical, apricot-yellow fruits, often remaining until the new year and providing an essential food source for birds.
The Cotoneaster salicifolius ‘Exburiensis’ is an arching ornamental tree with deeply veined, long, lance-shaped, blue/green leaves year-round.
Planting Position
This Cotoneaster is a beautiful addition, suitable for medium to large-sized gardens and is often planted in courtyards, cottage gardens and informal gardens. The Cotoneaster salicifolius ‘Exburiensis’ will do well in exposed and sheltered areas in full sun to partial shade and in well-drained soil.
Aftercare
Cotoneaster salicifolius ‘Exburiensis’ requires little maintenance. However, prune to the nearest fading flowers or berry cluster in mid-summer if necessary. Water only if the compost feels dry.
Size
After 20 years, the tree can reach a height of 4-8m with a 4-8m spread.
Cotoneaster salicifolius 'Exburiensis' | Cotoneaster
Height (10-20yrs): 4-8m
Spread (10-20yrs): 4-8m
Growth rate: medium
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Foliage: evergreen
Foliage colour: blue/green,
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Habit: weeping
Form: bushy
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Flower colour: white
Flowering time: May to June
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Soil Type: loam, chalk, sand, clay
Soil Moisture: well-drained soil
Soil pH: acid, alkaline, neutral
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Sun: full sun to partial shade
Exposure: exposed and sheltered areas
Hardiness: hardy