Cotoneaster horizontalis - Wall Spray Cotoneaster
A deciduous shrub with a unique herringbone branching pattern that creates striking architectural form. Pink-tinged white flowers appear in early summer, attracting beneficial insects, before giving way to abundant bright red berries that persist into winter.
Seasonal Highlights
- Spring: Fresh green leaves emerge along distinctive fishbone branches
- Early Summer: Pink-tinged white flowers cover the branches
- Autumn: Leaves turn brilliant red before falling, revealing berry-laden stems
- Winter: Bright red berries persist on bare herringbone branches
Key Features
- Distinctive herringbone branching pattern
- Fully hardy to -25°C
- Outstanding autumn colour and berry display
- Excellent for training against walls and fences
- RHS Award of Garden Merit
Perfect For
Training against walls and fences, groundcover on banks, rock gardens, front of borders, and wildlife gardens. Self-supporting when grown against walls, making it ideal for covering unsightly surfaces.
Growing Tips
Plant in any well-drained soil in sun or part shade. Adapts to most conditions including poor soils and exposed sites. Minimal pruning required; trim after flowering if needed to maintain shape. Naturally spreads horizontally creating excellent coverage.
Looks Great With
Combines beautifully with climbing roses, Clematis, spring bulbs, Sedum, and ornamental grasses. The autumn berries coordinate with late-flowering Aster and the fiery tones of Acer.
A classic cottage garden plant offering exceptional value with its unique form, wildlife benefits, and stunning seasonal displays.
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.