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Cotoneaster franchetii

Franchet's Cotoneaster

Low Maintenance Hardiness H6

Cotoneaster franchetii is an evergreen or semi-evergreen shrub with graceful arching branches and glossy grey-green leaves, noticeably white beneath. Clusters of pink-tinged white flowers appear in early summer and are followed by orange-scarlet fruits. Reaching around 3m, it makes useful informal screening and remains attractive in exposed or coastal planting.

✅ Grey-green foliage has striking silvery-white undersides
✅ Pink-white flowers are followed by orange-scarlet fruit
✅ Tough evergreen structure suits hedging and exposed gardens
SKU: COTO-59-Y
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Plant Details

Flowering Months

January, not a flowering month
February, not a flowering month
March, not a flowering month
April, not a flowering month
May, flowering month
June, flowering month
July, not a flowering month
August, not a flowering month
September, not a flowering month
October, not a flowering month
November, not a flowering month
December, not a flowering month

Size

Max Height
2.5 m — 4.0 m
Max Spread
2.5 m — 4.0 m
Growth Habit
Widely extends outward with many lateral branches from center.

Planting Position

Sunlight Indicates how much direct sunlight the plant needs each day. Full sun means 6+ hours, part shade is filtered or morning sun, and full shade is little to no direct sun.
Full Sun Part Shade
Aspect Aspect refers to the direction the planting spot faces (north, south, east or west). It affects light levels, warmth and exposure.
North South East West
Exposure Exposure describes how sheltered or exposed a plant’s position is, particularly to wind and weather.
Exposed / Sheltered
Hardiness Hardiness indicates how well a plant tolerates cold conditions outdoors. Higher ratings generally mean greater frost tolerance.
Hardiness H6 (−20 to −15 °C) Very cold-hardy

Ideal Soil Conditions

Soil Type Soil type describes the texture of the soil (clay, sand, loam, chalk). This affects drainage, nutrients and how roots grow.
Chalk Clay Loam Sand
Soil Moisture Soil moisture tells you how wet or dry the soil should be for best growth. Match this to your garden conditions for healthier plants.
Moist but permeable / Free draining
Soil pH Soil pH measures how acidic or alkaline the soil is. It affects nutrient availability and can impact plant growth.
Acid Alkaline Neutral

Plant Uses & Merits

Uses
  • Patios / Courtyards
  • Hedging / Screening
Merits
  • No pruning required
  • Low Maintenance
Cotoneaster franchetii branches carrying red berries among narrow grey-green leaves.

Cotoneaster franchetii Description

Cotoneaster franchetii forms a dense evergreen or semi-evergreen shrub with arching branches and glossy grey-green leaves that are silvery white beneath. Clusters of white flowers tinged with pink appear in early summer and attract bees, followed by abundant oblong orange-scarlet berries in autumn. Growing to around 2.5 to 4 metres high and wide, it works well as an informal hedge, screen or substantial background shrub. Plant in sun or partial shade in almost any moist but well-drained soil. It is exceptionally hardy and tolerates exposed and coastal Irish gardens. Regular pruning is unnecessary, although overgrown stems can be shortened after flowering. The berries are ornamental and should not be eaten.

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