Cotoneaster dammeri Major / 5L / 23Cm
Cotoneaster dammeri Major / 5L / 23Cm
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Cotoneaster dammeri 'Major'
Cotoneaster dammeri 'Major'
5L nursery pot • Supplied approximately 23cm tall
Plant Highlights: Dense evergreen ground cover • White spring flowers • Bright red autumn and winter berries • Excellent for banks and slopes • Wildlife friendly
Overview
Cotoneaster dammeri 'Major' is a vigorous, low-growing evergreen shrub valued for its dense, spreading habit and excellent year-round garden performance. Its glossy dark green foliage forms a weed-suppressing carpet, making it ideal for covering banks, slopes and difficult planting areas. In late spring, clusters of small white flowers appear above the foliage before giving way to an abundance of bright red berries that persist well into autumn and winter.
Its broad spreading habit provides reliable ground cover while offering valuable seasonal interest for both gardeners and wildlife. Suitable for borders, rockeries, banks and larger landscape schemes, this adaptable shrub performs well in a wide range of garden conditions once established.
Why We Love It
- Dense evergreen growth provides excellent year-round ground cover.
- White spring flowers attract bees and other pollinating insects.
- Bright red berries provide valuable food for birds during autumn and winter.
- Excellent for stabilising banks and covering difficult planting areas.
- Low-maintenance shrub that performs reliably in a wide range of garden settings.
Plant Details
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Cotoneaster dammeri 'Major' |
| Common Name | Bearberry Cotoneaster |
| Plant Type | Evergreen ground-cover shrub |
| Foliage | Small, glossy dark green evergreen leaves |
| Flowers | Small white flowers in late spring |
| Berries | Bright red berries from autumn into winter |
| Growth Habit | Low-growing, spreading ground cover |
| Position | Full sun or partial shade |
| Soil | Fertile, well-drained soil; tolerant of chalk, loam and clay where drainage is adequate |
| Mature Height | Approximately 15–30cm |
| Mature Spread | Approximately 1.5–2m |
| Hardiness | Hardy throughout Ireland and tolerant of exposed positions once established |
Growing Guide
Position
Plant in full sun or partial shade. Fruiting is usually most abundant in a sunny position, although the plant performs well in light shade.
Watering
Water regularly during the first growing season while establishing. Once established, additional watering is generally only required during prolonged dry spells.
Soil
Grow in almost any fertile, well-drained soil. It adapts well to chalk, loam and clay provided drainage is good and is tolerant of relatively dry soils once established.
Hardiness and Winter Care
Hardy throughout Ireland with no routine winter protection required. Mulch around the base in spring to help retain moisture and improve soil structure while keeping mulch away from the stems.
Routine Care
Requires very little maintenance. Lightly trim in early spring or after fruiting if necessary to control spread, remove damaged stems or maintain a neat outline.
Perfect For
- Banks and slopes.
- Evergreen ground cover.
- Wildlife-friendly gardens.
- Rockeries and gravel gardens.
- Low-maintenance landscape planting.
Good to Know
The bright red berries are an important food source for birds during autumn and winter. The dense spreading habit also helps suppress weeds, making this an excellent choice for covering larger areas with minimal maintenance.
Product Information
- Botanical name: Cotoneaster dammeri 'Major'
- Supplied in a 5L nursery pot.
- Supplied approximately 23cm tall.
- Evergreen ground-cover shrub.
- Pot size and supplied height refer to the plant at the time of sale and not its eventual mature size.