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Cotoneaster ‘Emerald Sprite’
Cotoneaster x suecicus
Cotoneaster x suecicus ‘Emerald Sprite’ is an outstanding new variety coming out of Oregon State University. Bred for improved fire blight resistance. Boosting deep emerald-green glossy foliage. After 3 years the plant will be loaded with dainty white flowers from spring to summer, followed by colorful orange berries in fall. Ultra-compact habit reaching 1′ x 3′. Ideal use as a boxwood alternative. Thrifty on water use once established. Has performed well at UC Davis trials under drought stress and disease inoculation.
An excellent groundcover choice for landscape developers and homeowners.
| USDA Zone: | 5 - 9 |
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| Height: | 8 to 12-inches 20 to 30-centimeters |
| Spread: | 24 to 36-inches 61 to 91-centimeters |
| Seasons: | Spring, Late Spring, Early Summer, Summer, Late Summer |
| Flower Colors: | White |
| Foliage Colors: | Green |
| Light Levels: | Full-Sun |
| Growth Habit: | compact spreading groundcover |
| Usage: | Borders, Containers, Gardens, Ground cover, Landscapes, Mass landscape planting, Modern landscape |
| Patent Status: | PP 31,719 |
| Origin: | USA |
Grower Culture |
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| General: |
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| Media: | Well-draining media |
| Water: | Well-Drained to Moderate |
| Crop Timing from Rooted Liners: |
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| 1-gallon: | 35 to 44-weeks with 1 ppp |
| 3-gallon: | 52 to 61-weeks with 1 ppp |
| Other Varieties in the Collection: |
• Cotoneaster ‘Emerald Beauty’ |