Cotoneaster Horizontalis 20 Litre 100/125cm

Cotoneaster horizontalis – Elegant Fan-Shaped Branches with Year-Round Appeal

Cotoneaster horizontalis is a charming deciduous shrub celebrated for its unique, horizontally tiered branches that create a striking architectural form. Its delicate, small, glossy green leaves transform into a vivid red in autumn, offering spectacular seasonal colour.

In late spring, it produces clusters of small, creamy-white flowers that attract pollinators and brighten the garden. By autumn, these are replaced by abundant bright red berries, which persist well into winter and provide a valuable food source for birds.

Growing to about 1.5–2 metres tall and spreading wide, this adaptable shrub thrives in well-drained soil and enjoys full sun to partial shade. Its elegant structure makes it ideal for borders, slopes, or as a low hedge, bringing texture and wildlife-friendly features to your garden.

Why Choose Cotoneaster horizontalis?

• Unique Fan-Shaped Branches – Architectural interest year-round.

• Seasonal Leaf Colour – Glossy green turning brilliant red in autumn.

• Attractive Flowers and Berries – White spring flowers and bright red autumn berries.

• Wildlife-Friendly – Berries attract birds through winter.

Planting & Care Guide

Position: Prefers full sun to partial shade for best leaf colour and berry production.

Soil: Well-drained soil suits this shrub, tolerating a range of soil types including poor soils.

Watering: Water regularly during establishment; drought tolerant once mature.

Feeding: A balanced fertiliser in early spring supports healthy growth.

Pruning: Light pruning after flowering maintains shape and encourages bushier growth.

Design & Planting Ideas

• Use as a low hedge or groundcover with striking form.

• Plant on slopes or banks for erosion control and interest.

• Combine with evergreens and late-flowering plants for layered colour.

• Great for wildlife gardens to support birds and pollinators.

Cotoneaster Horizontalis 20 Litre 100/125cm Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Average Rate Of Growth Evergreen

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.