Also known as Cotoneaster Frigidus · Leathery Cotoneaster · Milkflower Cotoneaster
Late Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster coriaceus) — benefits, care & growing guide for this Cotoneaster species. Find watering, sunlight, soil, and growing tips to keep Late Cotoneaster healthy, plus identification notes and plant profile details from ePlant AI.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers full sun for best flowering and fruiting, but tolerates partial shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Established plants are somewhat drought-tolerant.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Hardy
25% intensity
Tolerates a wide range of temperatures, hardy to USDA zone 5.
Moderate
50% intensity
Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during dry periods, especially when young. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Once established, it's moderately drought-tolerant, but consistent moisture promotes better flowering and fruiting. Avoid waterlogging, which can lead to root rot.
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth starts. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches.
Pruning can also be done after flowering to maintain shape and size, and to encourage denser growth and more fruit production.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in mid-summer. Root cuttings in a well-draining, moist medium. Alternatively, sow seeds in autumn or spring, but germination can be erratic.
Layering is also an effective method for this species.
Young plants benefit from repotting every 1-2 years to provide fresh soil and more space. Mature plants are less demanding and can be repotted less frequently, only when root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Repot in spring before the growing season begins.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Late Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster coriaceus)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Cotoneaster |
| Species | Cotoneaster coriaceus |
Similar in genus Cotoneaster
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
