Cotoneaster Lacteus 20 Litre 150/175cm

Cotoneaster lacteus – Evergreen Beauty with Bird-Friendly Berries

Cotoneaster lacteus is a robust and evergreen shrub prized for its dense, bushy habit and year-round appeal. Its glossy, dark green leaves create a lush backdrop that remains vibrant throughout the seasons, making it an excellent choice for hedging, screens, or mixed borders.

In late spring to early summer, the shrub is covered in clusters of delicate white flowers, filling the air with subtle fragrance and attracting a variety of pollinators, including bees and butterflies. These pretty blooms soon give way to abundant, bright red berries that persist well into winter, offering a vital food source for garden birds and enhancing your garden’s wildlife value.

Why Grow Cotoneaster lacteus?

• Evergreen Foliage – Glossy green leaves provide structure and colour all year.

• Showy White Flowers – Clusters of small white blooms in late spring.

• Bright Red Berries – Long-lasting berries that attract birds and wildlife.

• Versatile Shrub – Ideal for hedges, screens, or mixed shrub borders.

• Low Maintenance – Hardy and adaptable, requiring little care once established.

Planting & Care Guide

Position: Full sun to partial shade; tolerates a wide range of conditions.

Soil: Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil.

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

Feeding: Apply a balanced fertiliser in early spring if growth seems slow.

Pruning: Light pruning after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushiness.

Design & Planting Ideas

• Use as a dense evergreen hedge or screen for privacy and structure.

• Plant in mixed shrub borders to provide year-round interest and colour contrast.

• Combine with wildlife-friendly plants like cotoneasters, pyracantha, and ivy to support garden birds.

• Suitable for formal and informal garden styles alike.

Cotoneaster lacteus is a practical yet attractive shrub that offers both ornamental beauty and wildlife value. Its glossy evergreen leaves, delicate white flowers, and bright red berries make it a standout choice for gardeners seeking structure, colour, and year-round interest.

Cotoneaster Lacteus 20 Litre 150/175cm 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.