Cotoneaster, Peking

Cotoneaster lacutifolius   

Category: deciduous shrub   Size:

Mature Size: 2 - 8 ' by 5 - 8 '

Zone: Down to 3   Growth Rate: moderate

Foliage: ovate 1 - 2.5 ", dark green

Elevation (if known): To 10,000'

Water: Prefers regular watering, but can tolerate dryness.

Soil : Well drained, loose soil. OK in poor soil

Sun: Sun to filtered shade

Comments: Wind tolerant. Grows slowly but with nice shape in Alamosa.

Warnings:

Alamosa Tree Board Recommended? no

Street Tree? no   Street Tree Conditions:

CO/NM native? no   Native to: N Asia

Known Locations: Marilyn Loser garden.

Information Sources: Rky Mtn Gardener's Guide; Little Valley Whole Sales Nursery