Skip to main content

Cotoneaster franchetii

Cotoneaster franchetii, or Franchet’s Cotoneaster, is a versatile shrub featuring small pale pink flowers, dark green foliage with silvery undersides, and clusters of orange-red berries. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and is ideal for hedges or wildlife gardens.

  • Botanical Name: Cotoneaster franchetii
  • Flower Colour: Small, pale pink or white flowers
  • Foliage Colour: Dark green with silvery undersides
  • Established Height: 2-3 meters
  • Established Spread: 2-3 meters
  • Life Cycle: Perennial
  • Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
  • Position: Well-drained areas, suitable for hedging, borders, or wildlife gardens
  • Soil Acidity: Neutral to slightly alkaline
  • Soil Type: Loamy, well-drained soil
  • Toxicity: Berries can be mildly toxic if ingested

Cotoneaster franchetii

Cotoneaster franchetii, commonly known as Franchet’s Cotoneaster, is an attractive semi-evergreen shrub known for its versatility and ornamental appeal. It produces small, delicate pale pink to white flowers in late spring, followed by clusters of vibrant orange-red berries in autumn that persist through winter, providing food for birds. The dark green leaves, with their silvery undersides, create a striking contrast, adding year-round interest to garden borders or hedging. This shrub grows to a height and spread of 2-3 meters, making it suitable for informal hedging, wildlife gardens, or mixed borders. Cotoneaster franchetii prefers full sun to partial shade and thrives in well-drained, loamy soil. Though the berries can be mildly toxic if ingested by humans or pets, the plant is a valuable addition to gardens that attract birds and pollinators. With its combination of colorful berries, attractive foliage, and hardy nature, Cotoneaster franchetii is a reliable choice for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance, wildlife-friendly shrub.