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- Q.Shrubs - How do I kill roots of ivy and cotoneaster? I've cut all the shrub right down to roots but can't ...
- Q.Cotoneaster Nutrition - I have a very large cotoneaster plant growing over a stone wall. During the summer, the leaves turn pale and ...
- Q.Transplanting/propagating Cotoneaster Dammeri - We have a beautiful, mature cotoneaster that climbs a sloping garden to a water feature. Unfortunately, the water feature has ...
- Q.Newly Planted Peking Cotoneaster..last Year. - Hello. Planted 10 cotoneaster a for a privacy hedge last year. This spring has seen no growth. In effect they are withering ...
- Q.Cotoneaster Question - I have a large cotoneaster that cascades over a stone wall outside Boston, MA. The leaves emerge dark green and ...
- Q.Rock Cotoneaster Bushes - I have planted Prostrate Rockcoton easter bushes, but want to plant one more. I cannot find any more of the ...
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DBELL on
May 26, 2016
18834Q.cotoneaster
What is the lifespan of the spreading cotoneaster?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
May 28, 2016A.It has a moderate growth rate and can live 20 or more years in some cases.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/cotoneaster/how-to-grow-cotoneaster.htm
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- Asked by
NaomiK on
July 14, 2016
LOndonQ.Shrubs
How do I kill roots of ivy and cotoneaster? I've cut all the shrub right down to roots but can't get embedded root out but don't really want the plant to grow back.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
July 14, 2016A.These links will help you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/kill-zombie-tree-stump.htm
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gilsarc on
July 19, 2016
02464Q.cotoneaster nutrition
I have a very large cotoneaster plant growing over a stone wall. During the summer, the leaves turn pale and dull. See attached photo. Is this a nutrition problem? Is the concrete in the stone wall making the soil too alkaline? The soil pH is slightly acidic, which is common in eastern Massachusetts, but maybe the soil pH near the wall is different. Any suggestions?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
July 21, 2016A.We did not receive an image.
Your Cotoneaster needs about 1 inch of water per week, more during hot and dry spells.
Soil should never by soggy, but well draining.
Fertilizer in early spring with a low nitrogen fertilizer. Use a 5-10-10 or 5-10-5 formulation and apply according to package directions.
Soil ph should be acidic to neutral.
Here is a link to refresh you on the care requirements.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/cotoneaster/how-to-grow-cotoneaster.htm
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September 5, 2016Q.Transplanting/propagating cotoneaster dammeri
We have a beautiful, mature cotoneaster that climbs a sloping garden to a water feature. Unfortunately, the water feature has to be removed and so the cotoneaster will have to come out. I want to save it and have space elsewhere to plant it but unsure if I should try to transplant it or take cuttings to propagate. I do not know how to do either and looking for some guidance. Thank you!
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
September 5, 2016A.Cotoneaster have a relatively scare root system and will likely not do well with transplanting.
Propagating by stem cuttings is certainly possible.Here is a few links for you.
https://content.ces.ncsu.edu/plant-propagation-by-stem-cuttings-instructions-for-the-home-gardener/
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Ronald Papa on
May 21, 2017
Montreal areaQ.Newly planted Peking cotoneaster..last year.
Hello. Planted 10 cotoneaster a for a privacy hedge last year. This spring has seen no growth. In effect they are withering or no he buds at all. We had enormous amounts of rain an the hedges were waterlogged for a week. Can I recover these 10 cotoneaster a or is it game over. Thank you for a response. Ron papa
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
May 23, 2017A.Is the soil well draining? If the plants sit in wet and soil that is not draining it can cause root rot.
Give the plants more time to recover and check the branches.
Branches that snap and break are dead. If they bend they are still alive.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/cotoneaster/how-to-grow-cotoneaster.htm
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gilsarc on
July 8, 2017
02464Q.Cotoneaster Question
I have a large cotoneaster that cascades over a stone wall outside Boston, MA. The leaves emerge dark green and shiny in the spring, but by early July, the leaves start to look sickly. They are not turning yellow and falling off, but they look pale. I have done no fertilizing to the shrub or the surrounding beds. And I have done no watering this year; we are receiving decent rainfall. When I have watered the area, the cotoneaster looks worse. I don't know if too much moisture exacerbates the problem. I have also wondered if the cement in the wall is causing a problem. Any suggestions? I have attached two photos. Also, the plant blooms nicely, but never produces berries. Thanks, Gil
Answered by
DLarum on
July 9, 2017
Certified ExpertA.I would start by fertilizing it and see if that improves it's appearance
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Anonymous on
July 9, 2017Q.rock cotoneaster bushes
I have planted Prostrate Rockcoton easter bushes, but want to plant one more. I cannot find any more of the Prostrate Rockcoton easter bushes now. What is a good match to this bush that would blend in well??
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
July 10, 2017A.You could look for varieties Perpusillus, Tom Thumb, Little Gem or Variegatus Cotoneaster.
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