Cotoneaster Parneyi

Description
Botanical Name: 
Cotoneaster lacteus

Cotoneaster Parneyi
Native to China and Northern India. An evergreen, arching shrub ideal for hedging. Leaves are dark green above, whitish-green beneath, simple, alternate, elliptic-ovate to oblong-ovate, 1" to 1 1/2" long, 1/4" to 3/4" wide. Foliage turns a dark purple-red in winter. White flowers mid to late summer, followed by red berries which persist throughout the winter. Fast growth rate.

Plant Characteristics
Plant Type: 
Evergreen
Flower: 
White, in clusters 2" to 3" across
Mature Size: 
8' x 10'
Water: 
Low to moderate
Exposure: 
Full sun
Spacing: 
5'
Soil Type: 
Clay; loam; sand; acidic; alkaline; well drained
Planting Time: 
Any season
Comments

Red berries add nice color to winter landscapes.