Flat Cotoneaster – Cotoneaster horizontalis | ↕10-15 cm | Ø9 cm

Flat Cotoneaster – Strong garden plant for borders and ground cover

Give your garden structure and a neat appearance with the Flat Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster horizontalis). This versatile ornamental shrub is ideal for use in borders or as ground cover and is known for its characteristic horizontal growth. Thanks to its dark green leaves, the plant looks fresh and full throughout the season.

In spring, the Flat Cotoneaster blooms with small, white flowers that attract bees and other beneficial insects. In autumn, decorative bright red berries appear, which not only contrast beautifully with the leaves but are also loved by birds. The plant is hardy, low-maintenance, and suitable for both novice and experienced gardeners.

This cotoneaster is widely applicable: as ground cover, in borders, rock gardens, or even trained along a wall. Thanks to its strong growth, it quickly forms a dense and natural whole.

Features and benefits

• Horizontal growth, ideal as ground cover

• Dark green leaves with a fresh appearance

• White flowers in May and June, insect-friendly

• Bright red berries in autumn, attractive to birds

• Hardy and low-maintenance

• Versatile in various garden styles

Specifications

• Plant name: Cotoneaster horizontalis (Flat Cotoneaster)

• Quantity: set of 6, 12, 24, 48, or 60 pieces

• Type: ornamental shrub / ground cover

• Growth habit: horizontal

• Leaf color: dark green

• Blooming period: May – June

• Flower color: white

• Berries: bright red (autumn)

• Hardy: yes

• Deciduous: yes

• Maximum height: approx. 100 cm

• Toxic: slightly toxic

• Maintenance: low-maintenance

• Suitable for: borders, ground cover, bird-friendly gardens, rock gardens, and wall planting