HEDGE COTONEASTER

COTONEASTER LUCIDUS

Cotoneasters...Multipurpose Shrubs'.. Culturally, they are tolerant to poor soils, urban conditions and several, to drought. Full sun will give the heaviest fruit display but many will grow happily in part-shade. The soil must be well-drained as they will not tolerate soggy soil. Liming in acidic-soil areas is often beneficial as most cotoneasters are native to limestone regions. The main disease is fireblight, so if that disease is prevalent in your area, then perhaps you might look for an alternative to cotoneasters. They are attacked by a variety of insects but insecticidal soaps seem to be effective.