Also known as Showberry · Silver Cotoneaster · Silver-Leaf Cotoneaster
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Silverleaf Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster pannosus) is a dense, spreading shrub with silvery-grey foliage, small white flowers, and bright red berries. Ideal for hedging or gro
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
50% intensity
Prefers full sun for best flowering and fruiting, but tolerates partial shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Drought tolerant once established.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Hardy in temperate climates. Protect from extreme cold.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly in spring if growth is poor.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Mildly toxic if ingested, causing gastrointestinal upset.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, especially during dry periods, ensuring the soil dries slightly between waterings. Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot. Established plants are moderately drought-tolerant.
Reduce watering in winter when growth slows.
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushiness. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Heavy pruning can be done in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges to control size and shape.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer, or from seed sown in autumn or spring. Cuttings typically root best in a well-draining potting mix with bottom heat. Seed germination may require stratification.
Repot young plants every 2-3 years in spring to refresh soil and provide more space. Mature plants rarely need repotting; top-dress annually with fresh compost. Ensure the new pot has adequate drainage holes.
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Cotoneaster |
| Species | Cotoneaster pannosus |
Similar in genus Cotoneaster
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