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Eichholz Cotoneaster – Gold to Orange-Red Fall Color

Eichholz Cotoneaster: Wide-Spreading with Brilliant Autumn Color

Very low-growing, wide-spreading groundcover with large bright green leaves that turn gold to orange-red in autumn. Flowers followed by showy red fruit. Evergreen.

Plant Profile

Light: Full sun to partial sun
Moisture: Moderate
Height: 2 feet or less
Spread: 7–12 feet

Photo credit: Doreen Wynja

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