Cotoneaster horizontalis Variegata 3 Litre Pot

Cotoneaster horizontalis 'Variegatus'

Variegated Rock Cotoneaster

Overview:
Cotoneaster horizontalis 'Variegatus' is a stunning, low-growing, deciduous shrub celebrated for its distinctive herringbone branching pattern and beautifully variegated foliage. This ornamental variety brings year-round interest to the garden with attractive leaves edged in creamy white, followed by small pinkish-white flowers in early summer and an abundance of bright red berries in autumn. It’s ideal for ground cover, cascading over walls, or being trained as a feature against fences or trellises.

Key Features:

• Striking Variegated Foliage: Oval green leaves with creamy-white edges turn pinkish in autumn, adding seasonal colour.

• Distinctive Structure: Tightly woven, herringbone-like branches give it architectural appeal, even in winter.

• Flowers & Berries: Delicate pale pink or white flowers in spring/summer are followed by bright red berries loved by birds.

• Versatile Use: Suitable for ground cover, rockeries, slopes, retaining walls, or trained on vertical surfaces.

📏 Size & Growth:

• Height: Up to 50cm

• Spread: Up to 1.5m
  Slow to moderate growing but eventually forms a dense, spreading mat.

Position & Conditions:

• Light: Full sun to partial shade (best berry and foliage colour in sun)

• Soil: Any well-drained soil; tolerant of poor or dry soils once established

• Hardiness: Fully hardy across the UK

Planting & Care:

• Planting Time: Best in autumn or spring, though container-grown plants can be planted year-round.

• Spacing: Allow 1–1.5m between plants for ground cover.

• Pruning: Minimal; can trim to shape or manage spread after flowering. Remove any reverted non-variegated shoots.

• Feeding: Not usually necessary, but a light mulch of compost in spring can benefit young plants.

• Watering: Water regularly in the first season until established; drought-tolerant thereafter.

Why Grow Cotoneaster 'Variegatus'?

• Year-round visual interest: foliage, berries, and structural form

• Excellent wildlife value: flowers for pollinators and berries for birds

• Low maintenance and adaptable

• Great choice for tricky spots like dry banks or walls

Cotoneaster horizontalis 'Variegatus' is a beautiful, tough, and easy-to-grow shrub that brings colour, form, and nature-friendly features to almost any space — making it a smart choice for gardeners looking for reliable, low-growing interest.

Cotoneaster horizontalis Variegata 3 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Average Rate Of Growth White Deciduous

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.