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European Cotoneaster

(F2144, June 2024)
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Lead Author:
Joseph Zeleznik, Ph.D., Extension Forester
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General 
Scientific Name: Cotoneaster integerrimus 
Family: Rosaceae (Rose) 
Hardiness: Zone 3 
Leaves: Deciduous 
Plant Type: Shrub 

Growth 
Rate: Medium 
Mature Height: >7’ 
Longevity: Short 
Power Line: Yes 

Ornamental 
Flowers: White to pink 
Fruit: Red Fall 
Color: Yellow

Description

European cotoneaster is a large shrub native to Europe, western Asia and Siberia. ‘Centennial’ was released by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Plant Materials Center at Bismarck. Produces showy red fruits.

Preferences

Light: Full sun. 
Water: Medium. 
Soil: Can withstand poor soils but not standing water.

Comments

The fruit of Eastern cotoneaster is poisonous to humans which should be taken into consideration when choosing a location. The major disease affecting cotoneaster is fireblight while the major pest is the pear slug sawfly.

European Cotoneaster
Photo Credit:
Joseph Zeleznik, Ph.D., Extension Forester
European Cotoneaster
European Cotoneaster
Photo Credit:
Joseph Zeleznik, Ph.D., Extension Forester
European Cotoneaster
European Cotoneaster
European Cotoneaster