Thyme Leaf Cotoneaster is smothered in stunning clusters of white flowers along the branches in mid spring, which emerge from distinctive salmon flower buds. It has bluish-green deciduous foliage. The glossy oval leaves turn yellow in fall. It produces red berries from late summer to late fall.
Thyme Leaf Cotoneaster will grow to be about 3 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 6 feet. It tends to fill out right to the ground and therefore doesn't necessarily require facer plants in front. It grows at a medium rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 30 years.
This shrub should only be grown in full sunlight. It is very adaptable to both dry and moist growing conditions, but will not tolerate any standing water. It is not particular as to soil type or pH, and is able to handle environmental salt. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. This is a selected variety of a species not originally from North America.
Details
Botanical Name
Cotoneaster microphyllus 'var. thymifolius'
Common Name
Thyme Rockspray Cotoneaster
Hardiness Zone
- 5
Appearance
Max Height
3 feet
Max Spread
6 feet
Plant Form
- Arching
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
- Yellow
Flower Colour
- White
Edible
Edible Component
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
Fruit Colour
Growing
Flowering Period
Mid Spring
Moisture
Adaptable to Dry and Moist
Sunlight
Full Sun
Maintenance
Low
Deer Resistance
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