Dark-fruited Cotoneaster (Cotoneaster Melanocarpus) is a perennial shrub in the Rosaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-8. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

A deciduous shrub known for its dark green glossy leaves that turn deep crimson in fall, producing dark fruits.

Dark-fruited Cotoneaster

Dark-fruited Cotoneaster

Cotoneaster Melanocarpus

A deciduous shrub known for its dark green glossy leaves that turn deep crimson in fall, producing dark fruits.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-8

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
☠️
Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen, hedge

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Dark-fruited Cotoneaster

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Dark-fruited Cotoneaster
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Taxonomy

Family:Rosaceae
Genus:Cotoneaster